In the world of beauty, old wives’ tales spread faster than a trending serum. The result? Confusion, frustration, and routines that aren’t doing your skin any favours. Here’s what’s fact, what’s fiction, and what you can finally stop believing.
- Mixing sunscreen formulas & makeup
It’s best not to mix sunscreens with your makeup or other sunscreens. These carefully tested formulas are designed to work on their own. By blending them with other products, you risk affecting the stability and effectiveness of your sunscreen, which is one of the most important steps in your skincare routine. For the best protection, choose a broad-spectrum sunscreen that works well for your skin type, and use it as intended.
- Oily skin doesn’t need moisturisers
People with oily, acne-prone skin often over-cleanse with harsher foaming cleansers, which can lead to dryness and irritation. Using a moisturiser tailored to your skin type can help reduce inflammation and support the skin barrier.
- Natural is better
Many believe that natural skincare products are inherently better, but this isn’t always true. Certain unrefined raw botanical extracts can contain hundreds or even thousands of sub compounds that aren’t listed on the ingredient label. Some of these can irritate or disrupt the skin barrier. What really matters are proven ingredients at concentrations that are bioavailable to the skin, regardless of whether they are naturally or synthetically derived.
- Cleansing treats acne
While cleansing is essential for removing dirt and oil, it is not considered a standalone treatment for acne. Effective acne treatment requires specific ingredients such as retinoids, salicylic acid, silymarin, and benzoyl peroxide in leave-on formulas.
- All ingredients are made equal
Manufacturing skincare ingredients is a complex process. While many brands may list the same ingredients, the quality of raw materials can vary depending on how they are sourced, processed, refined, and tested. Pharmaceutical-grade ingredients, though more expensive, are the most thoroughly vetted for safety and efficacy.
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