Taking care of your skin is not an option anymore. With excessive heat temperatures approaching, we all need to be extra careful. These ongoing heat waves can destroy skin cells and cause irreversible damage. If you skip sunscreen even one day, it can cause tanning, dullness, dryness & what not.
Here, we are going to discuss some myths about skincare, as advised by a top dermatologist in South Delhi Dr. Shirin Bakshi from the Dermasure Hair & Skin Clinic.
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Apply Sunscreen Daily, No Matter The Weather
SPF is a crucial part of year round skin care. Wearing sunscreen is highly recommended all round the year. Make it a habit to wear sunscreen regardless of weather or sun coverage. Our specialist skin care doctor Dr. Shirin Bakshi suggests wearing sunscreen daily.
While buying a sunscreen make sure it has broad-spectrum SPF that blocks both UVA and UVB rays for optimum sun protection. When applying sunscreen to your face, don’t forget the neck and other areas that can be exposed to sun.
Foods Like Chocolates Do Not Make Your Skin Oily
This fact is purely a myth, says the famous dermatologist Dr. Bakshi. Oily skin comes from the secretion of sebum created by your skin and hence there is no actual evidence supporting the fact that foods like chocolate can make your skin oily or can increase oil production.
Natural Ingredients Are Not Always Better For Your Skin Health
“There has been no substantial proof that natural ingredients or remedies are always better for your skin than professional ones,” according to the best skin care doctor in Delhi. All natural products that can react to your skin or may not suit it. It can even grow bacteria on it. When a natural ingredient is altered in the lab, it’s specially formulated to isolate only the beneficial parts of the ingredient with skin care specifically in mind. An untouched natural ingredient could carry unintended consequences and not always positive ones.
Skin Pores Do Not Grow & Shrink
It is actually true that the pores actually stay the same size. Clogged pores can have the appearance of looking larger but actually remain the same. The myth also extends to thinking steam can open your pores or cold water can minimise them. Using steam on your face does have other hydrating benefits but it’s not going to change the size of your pores during your skin care routine.
You Need To Start Using Anti-Ageing Products Sooner Than You Think
According to a few studies and researches, if you are 21 years old or older, you need to start using anti-ageing products. Instead of waiting until you see signs of ageing – it’s more important to start using them much earlier. And while there is no magic bullet anti-ageing product to make you look younger, you’ll be thankful that you started using them before experiencing any lack of hydration, skin discoloration, dark spots and dullness.
Not Washing Face Is Not Responsible For Your Acne
Wash your face at least twice a day and not more than that. Washing your face three or four times a day won’t cure acne but will damage the skin barrier and make your skin lose hydration.
According to Dr. Shirin Bakshi, these myths lead to people over washing their faces and hence damaging their skin even more. The best skincare routine is generally washing, moisturising and sunscreen. Washing and cleansing your face twice can help exfoliate your skin and help get rid of oil and dirt. This routine should be followed up by a hydrating moisturiser or a serum for better results.
Easy Tips: How Can You Take Care Of Your Skin
There is no shortcut to healthy skin but if you catch up with the glowing tips and tricks by dermatologists– you’re halfway there. Taking care of your skin is a crucial part because the more you do the better. Remember to always consult a dermatologist when facing any skin issue. Our famous female dermatologist Dr. Shirin Bakshi is always here to look after your skin.
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