{"id":3992,"date":"2020-06-24T23:50:00","date_gmt":"2020-06-24T23:50:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.thedermteam.com\/?p=3992"},"modified":"2020-09-12T09:23:26","modified_gmt":"2020-09-12T09:23:26","slug":"skincare-myths-facts","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.thedermteam.com\/?p=3992","title":{"rendered":"Cut the Confusion: Skincare Facts and Myths Exposed"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

So, you\u2019re in search of beautiful, healthy skin?<\/p>\n\n\n\n

It only takes a quick Google to confirm what you already suspected \u2013 for everything you think is true there are heaps of sources to confirm it \u2013 and often just as many saying the opposite.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

You\u2019ll notice the same thing when speaking to friends and family. Everyone has their own beliefs about what \u2013 and what not \u2013 to do when it comes to skincare.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

To help you figure out the truth, we\u2019ve created a handy guide just for you.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Check it out \u2013 skincare myths and facts exposed!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Skincare myths and facts<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Myth: All natural, organic skincare products are free of chemicals<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Fact: Technically it\u2019s impossible to create a chemical-free skincare product. <\/h3>\n\n\n\n

This is because a chemical is anything that involves or is produced when two or more substances are combined and react somehow – which is basically how skincare products are produced.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

BUT what really makes the difference is whether the product is free of synthetic <\/strong>chemicals. Lab creations are what you\u2019re looking to avoid if you\u2019re keen on natural skincare.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Added to this, the natural and vegan movement is exploding faster than you can say \u2018activated almond,\u2019 with lots of companies keen to jump on board even before truly eliminating all the nasties, so it pays to read and understand the labels.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Myth: Organic or natural skincare products are less effective than conventional skincare<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Fact: This is a hot topic! You probably know at least one person sitting on either side of the fence on this one.<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

The truth is that natural products can be as effective as conventional skincare because it\u2019s really the molecular structure of the ingredients that impact how well they\u2019re absorbed and what they do afterwards. There\u2019s an abundance of natural ingredients that have massive benefits for our skin. Even big brands acknowledge this \u2013 it only takes a look at their product descriptions to find the natural ingredients they hero.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

By going straight to natural skincare, though, you skip all the extra synthetic ingredients added, some of which are known endocrine disruptors and carcinogenic. Yuck!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Myth: Natural ingredients are more likely to cause skin reactions<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Fact: Both natural and conventional skincare products have the potential to cause reactions or allergies. <\/h3>\n\n\n\n

This is because allergies are a very individual thing. Something that irritates your skin may not have any impact at all on most other people.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The best advice if your skin is prone to reactions is to add new skincare products one at a time and monitor for irritation. Try to narrow down which ingredients are the troublemakers and steer clear of them.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Myth: Once you find a skincare range you love, you should ditch your old routine cold-turkey<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Fact: This is a big no-no. Just like a massive change to your diet, a whole new skincare range could be a shock to the system.<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

It\u2019s always best to start with the product your skin needs the most right now, or something you\u2019ve just run out of. Add the new product to your existing routine and monitor your skin. Soon you\u2019ll be ready to add the new product, until you\u2019ve completely switched.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Another skin care myth debunked!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Myth: Natural skincare products are all vegan and organic<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Fact: Not always!<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Natural products are created using naturally derived ingredients like fruit and plant extracts.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Organic products are grown without the use of synthetic chemicals.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Vegan products exclude animal by-products.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

If you\u2019re looking for all these benefits, look for a brand that creates all natural and vegan skincare \u2013 like The Derm Team<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Myth: Antibacterial soap is best for my skin<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Fact: Antibacterial soaps are often very harsh on your skin, so they\u2019re not the right choice for everyday use.<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

In addition to leaving your skin dry and irritated, they also kill the good bacteria we all have on our skin. This creates skin imbalances, leaves the door wide open for nasties to colonise and may even contribute to antibacterial-resistant bacteria.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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A nourishing gel cleanser like The Derm Team Cleanse Me Away<\/a> is all you need to get that fresh, clean feeling while showing your skin some love at the same time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Myth: Tanned skin is a sign of good health<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Fact: While most people once believed this to be true, we now know a lot more about skin health. Excessive unprotected sun exposure puts you at risk of premature aging, discoloured patches and skin cancer. <\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Although research has shown that careful sun exposure for short periods of time can give you a post-holiday glow safely, its always best to apply a broad-spectrum sunscreen each day to protect against damage.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

And what about Vitamin D, you might be wondering?<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Most people get enough incidental sun along with Vitamin D-rich foods in their diets to keep their levels up. If your levels are low though, you might consider a supplement, especially during winter when light levels are naturally lower. An early morning or evening walk in gentle light can also do the trick.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Myth: You shouldn\u2019t moisturise oily skin<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Fact: Oily skin absolutely does need moisturiser!<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Despite excess oil, your skin can still get dehydrated. When this happens, it will be flaky and dull along with the oiliness.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

And if you starve your skin of moisture for too long, your body will go into oil-producing overdrive as it attempts to help your dehydrated skin.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Choose an oil-free moisturiser and use it after cleansing every day.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Myth: The more expensive the skincare, the better it must be<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Fact: Not always!<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

The massive price tag might be a result of some rare and exotic ingredient making waves in the skincare world.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Often, however, the key ingredients are the same as those in more affordable brands. When this happens, the extra costs may come from celebrity endorsement fees, fancy packaging or extensive marketing campaigns or excess profiteering. In other words, nothing extra that has anything to do with your skin.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

So, there you have it. We debunked some skincare myths and shared some skincare truths to help simplify skincare and get you the results you\u2019re after. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

If you have a question about a skincare myth or fact we haven\u2019t covered, ask away in the comments section.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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