Demystifying Myths About Skin Care

People go to great lengths for their skins in an effort to attain a paper smooth texture on their skins

. The truth of the matter is that most skin care tips offered by cosmetic companies are nothing but marketing techniques to help them get you to spend more and more on chemicals that do little to help your skin. Some of these tips are even harmful because not everyone has the same skin type yet some of these treatments are called 'cut across' options for everyone. Before deciding to try out a skin care option it is good to research on it to prevent damaging your skin and overall health. Here are some myths about skin care that you should not believe:

Tanning booths are healthy and safe

Before entering a tanning booth it is important to consider the benefits you stand to accrue versus the danger. Tanning booths have UVA rays which cause the skin to change in complexion. Tanning companies insist that tanning booths are devoid of any UYB rays but what about the harmful UVA rays that hasten the aging process and cause the development of cancerous cells? The best way to get a tan is to wear your bikini and have a fun day out at the beach.

Sunscreen is only for harshly sunny days

Sunscreen is a great and recommended way to protect the skin from the ultraviolet rays of the sun. It actually works and prevents sun burn if used correctly. It has however been proven that even on a cloudy day, the sun's rays still reach the earth's surface. Use of sunscreen is therefore recommended daily with repeated application after swimming and sweating. This reduces the chances of getting cancer and also keeps the complexion of the skin even and devoid of sunburn patches.

Rough scrubbing of the face will do away with acne

This is one of the biggest misconceptions in skin care. Most people think that scrubbing the skin with soap can help get rid of acne and other marks. This is not true. The skin has natural oils on the surface that need to be preserved. It is enough to wash the face gently using a cleanser and a moisturizer. Violent scrubbing can also cause sensitivity and expose the dermis to the harsh environment. Use soft textures flannels to clean off makeup and make sure that any cleanser or moisturizer is gentle.

Squeezing out a pimple helps it heal faster

The absolute bottom line with this skin care myth is that squeezing out a pimple does not help at all. If anything it only makes the situation worse than it already is. When a pimple is squeezed, the white pus-like matter comes out but most of it goes back in to deeper layers of the skin. Here it spreads out and causes more bacterial infection. This is why if you are keen you will see another zit right next to the one you squeezed out a few days later. If you obsess about squeezing pimples, get an extractor at your local pharmacy so that you do it right.

by: Kurt Ross

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