It’s so easy to feel overwhelmed in the constantly changing world of skincare, with new ranges hitting the market every day, telling us what is good and not good for our skin.
Skin science has moved in leaps and bounds as new delivery systems, and ways to modify ingredients can make it seem more like a Star Wars battle than the exciting world it really is. It’s like most things; sometimes, a lot of choice is just too much!
So, we are here to bust just a few of the common myths of this mysterious topic!
MYTH #1 – TREAT YOUR SKIN ACCORDING TO SKIN TYPE
For years, we’ve been conditioned to believe that skin is oily, dry, or combination, and most of us have used skin care products accordingly. However, your skin type is just a grain of sand on a beach when it comes to getting the most out of your skincare.
It’s very important to address the health of the skin and not just the external factors such as “not enough moisture.” Sure, we can use moisture; however, it’s going to be a short-term fix if we are not addressing the cause, i.e., dehydration of the body and compromised skin function. Maintaining a good diet, getting plenty of sleep, staying hydrated, and looking after your health is an obvious fix, and when it comes to skincare, look for products that stimulate the body’s healing processes, i.e., stimulate collagen formation, sedate oil glands, repair cell mitochondria, etc. Ingredients such as AHAs, Retinol, Anti-Oxidants, Hyaluronic, and Sunscreens should be on the top of your list.
We recommend Vie Collection – Retinopur Wrinkles Imperfections Fluid; it stimulates collagen and elastin and helps rejuvenate skin cells.
MYTH #2 – I’LL USE ANTI-AGEING SKINCARE WHEN I’M OLDER
Unfortunately, no wonder ingredient completely repairs the passage of time; prevention is No.1 when it comes to youthful skin.
Every day, we are exposed to factors that damage our skin and cause skin aging; the sun’s rays, pollution, stress, and unhealthy lifestyles all work together like a super-villain team and attack our skin at a deep and cellular level. It may not show immediately, but it’s happening.
Keeping the skin deeply hydrated is important in our early years. Ingredients such as Hyaluronic help our fibroblast cells (the ones that make collagen and elastin) to work more effectively, and more collagen and elastin means fewer wrinkles and sagging.
Also, make sunscreen application part of your daily routine, every day! Not only to reduce your chances of skin cancer but to reduce about 90% of visible skin aging.
We recommend ELES – Luminous Defence Brightening Day Protection 50; it’s super light and gives the skin a lovely iridescent glow!
MYTH #3 – THE ONLY WAY TO LOOK YOUTHFUL IS WITH BOTOX
Not true! So many effective products and treatments will help plumpen and firm the skin without a needle. As we age, the lower layers of our skin lose volume. By reducing cell build-up on the outer skin (this acts like a wall to great ingredients getting in where they are needed) and increasing the volume of the deeper layers of the skin on a daily basis with ingredients such as retinol, peptides, and essential fatty acids you can enjoy bouncy, firm and radiant skin. You’ll also find many skin care products contain neuropeptides (Botox substitutes) that do a wonderful job of relaxing and softening wrinkles.
We recommend Phytomer – Pionniere XMF Perfection Youth Cream, a firm favourite. This exceptional cream adds density to the skin, giving it volume and bounce.
MYTH #4 – WE ALL NEED TO PEEL AND EXFOLIATE DAILY
This will look amazing for the first week or even a month. However, you’ll soon discover the damaging effects of over-exfoliating as you remove your protective acid mantle. This barrier protects the skin from moisture loss and bacterial invasion, and when it’s gone, you’ll be left with dry, sensitive skin with breakouts.
Exfoliation is an important part of any good skincare routine. However, moderation and gentleness when it comes to peels and scrubs are always best.
We recommend Phytomer – Vegetal Exfoliant with Natural Enzymes, a gentle but effective exfoliant that leaves skin fresh and refined.
MYTH #5 – DRY SKIN NEEDS RICHER MOISTURISERS
Quite often, a super-rich moisturizer can exacerbate the problem. The oils in rich creams can act like glue to dead skin cells that prevent hydrating ingredients from penetrating the skin, so while it might feel soft and supple on the surface, deep down, it’s drying out!
Layering is your best defense against dry skin. Apply a hydrating serum that will sink into the lower layers and then seal it with a protective cream; something that contains shea butter or light oils is ideal.
