The worst thing you can do for your skin

The worst thing you can do for your skin

Washing the face with hot water and soap

Excessive washing of the face causes damage to the protective surface layer of the skin, exposing it to infections, irritations, and acne. As for washing it with hot water, it activates the secretion of “histamine”, which is responsible for the dryness of the skin and even its sensitivity. Therefore, dermatologists recommend not to wash the face more than twice a day, and to replace hot water in this area with water of moderate or even cold temperature, as it provides a refreshment to the skin and enhances its durability. It is also necessary to avoid using soap bars to clean the skin of the face, as they contain harsh substances that may cause it to dry out, and to replace them with a cleansing product with a soft composition that contributes to nourishing and moisturizing the skin.

Exposure to the sun without protection

The sun's rays are one of the skin's worst enemies, as it is responsible for tissue damage, premature aging, and even an increased risk of skin cancer. Therefore, dermatologists recommend completely refraining from direct exposure to the sun without using protection products. And the use of self-tanning products or tanning makeup to obtain a bronze color instead of exposure to long hours in the sun in order to obtain a tan.

Experts also stress the importance of choosing a moisturizing cream with an SPF factor during the summer and in regions that experience high temperatures for long days throughout the year.

Excessive exfoliation of the skin

Excessive exfoliation leads to the appearance of pimples on the skin prone to acne, and rubbing the skin vigorously during exfoliation strips it of the elements that provide protection for it and causes it to be exposed to irritation. Therefore, dermatologists recommend exfoliating the skin only when needed, provided that the exfoliation is followed by the use of a moisturizing lotion. They also recommend replacing peels that contain granules with chemical peels that contain glycolic acid or lactic acid. In the event that there are any pimples on the skin, you should avoid peeling them until the acne clears up.

Neglecting to clean makeup brushes

Neglect in this area is one of the most harmful habits for the skin, as brushes turn into hotbeds of bacteria and cause clogged pores and acne breakouts. Therefore, dermatologists recommend that these brushes be cleaned once a week with shampoo or a special detergent product for this purpose.

Sticking the mobile phone to the face when talking through it

Mobile phone use is one of the causes of pimples on the cheeks and palate. Tests have shown that there is ten times more dirt on the surface of the phone than that on the toilet. Therefore, dermatologists recommend cleaning mobile phones on a daily basis with alcohol or special disinfectants that do not damage the phone. It is also recommended to use the loudspeaker on the phone instead of attaching it to the skin whenever possible.

Use of care products rich in alcohol

Care products rich in alcohol cause the skin to dry out, so it is recommended to clean it with prepared alcohol-free towels and then use a foaming cleanser, provided that it is moisturized immediately after that with a moisturizing product that suits its nature and requirements. The most alcohol-rich lotion is the lotion, and therefore it is recommended to use it exclusively.

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