5 Myths About Skin Care Products

Should you wash your face more, or less? Is that anti-aging cream a good investment, or a waste of money? It can be difficult to keep track of all the do’s and don’ts when it comes to skin care products, so here are 5 common myths about skin care products, debunked.

1. Washing your face more is better

It’s a common misconception that if you don’t wash your face frequently enough, you’ll get acne. True, cleansing your face is pretty essential to treating breakouts, but there is such a thing as too much cleansing. If you wash your face too much, you strip your skin of natural oils and can actually cause it to become oilier.

2. You don’t need to moisturize if you have oily skin

Actually, moisturizing is still incredibly important for oily skin. No matter what type of skin you have, you should a moisturizer to keep it healthy and hydrated. There is a wide selection of moisturizes to choose from to best fit your skin care needs.

3. You don’t need sunscreen on a cloudy day

You should wear sunscreen every day, period. Please note that it’s completely acceptable to use a combination moisturizer-sunscreen—so long as it’s at least SPF 30 and offers protection from both UV rays.

4. You’ll age faster or have bad acne if you wear makeup regularly

Makeup enthusiasts, rejoice. Makeup, alone, does not actually make you age faster or ruin the state of your skin. The most important rule of makeup is that you need to wash your face thoroughly at the end of the day and take away all the makeup, dirt, and oil that may have collected with it. You also will want to make sure to choose makeup products that work well with your skin. If you’re prone to bad breakouts, consider gentle, oil-free products.

5. Cosmetic products can completely bring back youthful skin

Unfortunately, cosmetic products can’t actually turn back the aging clock completely. Fortunately, they can help address side-effects of aging, such as minimizing wrinkles and fine lines. Many anti-aging products, specifically retinoid creams, can make your skin look younger by supporting collagen growth and providing moisture. For the best guarantee of absolutely anti-aging results, discuss treatment options with your aesthetician.

Don’t be fooled by skin care myths! To learn more about skin care products, or to schedule a consultation with one of our skin care experts at North Scottsdale Laser & Skin Care Clinic, call (480) 513-2888, or book your appointment online.