When it comes to skincare, there is so much information out there it can be hard to know what to believe. From old wives’ tales to passing fads, it’s important to know what to believe and what not to.
If you’ve been duped by skincare myths before, we’re here to finally break down the worst skin myths and how you can use this information to help revive your skin!
You Can’t Erase Wrinkles
As we get older, our skin loses collagen and elastin which results in aging skin. The first signs of aging skin are often wrinkles and they can show up as early as your 20’s. As time passes and you turn 40, you’ll immediately start to notice that wrinkles appear deeper and faster than ever before. Many people will claim that you can’t erase existing wrinkles, but some skincare ingredients have actually been proven to do just that!
When trying to “erase” wrinkles, you first need to understand what causes them. When you lose elastin and collagen, your skin will wrinkle – so replenishing those two things is vital. The fastest and easiest way to produce more collagen naturally is to use a peptide-rich moisturizer designed to boost collagen. In as little as a month, you should notice that the lines of your face look smoother and less noticeable. You’ll prove the myth wrong and enjoy a more youthful-looking complexion – fast!
You’re Stuck With Your Skin Type
We are all born with a skin type, but did you know that it can change and evolve as you get older? Many people who suffer from oily or dry skin may notice changes in their skin – especially after menopause. It can leave skin feeling dry and flakey or extra oily. To combat this you need to know which ingredients can help balance skin. Some of the best for this are lavender oil, tea tree oil, and olive oil.
These ingredients are excellent for any skin type because they work to help balance pH levels and repair skin damage. By using an oil cleanser, you’ll be able to manage oil, add hydration and avoid redness and irritation. Thanks to calming ingredients and powerful oils, you’ll be able to manage and improve your skin type through consistent use!
You Need Plastic Surgery
Everyone from politicians to Hollywood celebrities uses Botox and other plastic surgery options to stay ageless. Sadly, they condition the general public to believe this is the only way you can achieve real results. That might have been the case 20 years ago but the advancements in skincare science have come so far – and created an opportunity for you to get similar results from home.
The results you want depend greatly on the kind of ingredients you use. Peptides like Matrixyl have been tested for efficacy and have proven to provide similar results to Botox without the pain or pricetag. Other ingredients that may work as well as surgery include NAD+, Aldavine, and Reproage. All these special peptides have been formulated to mimic the results of procedures but you can use all of them as part of your South Beach Skin Lab routine right at home!
