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10 Skincare Myths You Need to Stop Believing
Pick any skincare-related topic, do some online research, and you’re likely to encounter conflicting advice. While everyone is entitled to their own opinions when it comes to skincare, there are so many misconceptions out there, making it important to be able to separate fact from fiction.
This isn’t always easy to do, especially if you’re a skincare newbie, which is why Vine Vera is here to help! Keep reading as we share 10 common skincare myths that you need to stop believing ASAP!
Myth 1: Sunscreen isn’t Needed in the Winter
Let’s start with one of the most dangerous skincare myths out there, with so many believing that sunscreen is a product that only needs to be used on sunny summer days. Truth is, UV rays never disappear – they’re always around and are capable of harming your skin 365 days a year. Sure, you may not be able to feel them on a cold and cloudy winter’s day but, trust us, they’re there! In fact, snow and ice can magnify them, making you even more susceptible to sun damage in the winter than you are in the summer.
For this reason, sunscreen is a product that you need to be using year-round. The easiest way to do this is with an SPF moisturizer, just like the Vine Vera Resveratrol Cabernet Replenishing Moisture Cream SPF 30. With this lightweight cream never failing to give the skin a radiant glow, it makes the chore of sun protection suddenly feel so much more enjoyable!
Myth 2: Acne-Prone Skin Should Be Exfoliated Daily
Acne is a difficult skin condition to overcome, especially if you end up following the wrong advice, such as exfoliating your skin daily. It’s easy to understand why one may think this to be beneficial. After all, breakouts form when pores become clogged. Exfoliating daily to clear away those pore blockages should, in theory, keep breakouts at bay.
In reality, it doesn’t work this way. Exfoliating daily will only lead to the symptoms of over-exfoliation, which include inflammation and pimples. Not only will your over-exfoliating habits cause new spots to form but it will also exacerbate existing breakouts. To prevent this, limit yourself to exfoliating just two or three times a week. Make sure that you’re using a gentle and non-irritating exfoliator too, such as the Vine Vera Resveratrol Vitamin C Peeling.
Myth 3: Face Wipes Are Just as Good as Facial Cleansers
There’s no denying that cleansing can sometimes feel inconvenient, especially at the end of a long day. This is why some people decide to skip the cleanser and opt for facial wipes instead. However, don’t be fooled into thinking that wipes provide the same level of cleanse…they definitely don’t!
Instead, while facial wipes may remove a small percentage of the impurities on your skin, the majority of the dirt and sebum that sits on your skin’s surface ends up being pushed around your skin with a wipe. Your skin may feel refreshed but most of those impurities will still be there.
If you want a thorough cleanse, the only way forward is to use a proper facial cleanser. A formula like the Vine Vera Resveratrol Cabernet Mousse Cleanser only takes a few seconds to apply. It’s ideal for late nights when all you want to do is crawl into bed!
Myth 4: Retinoids Shouldn’t Be Used on Sensitive Skin
Retinoids are among the most talked about skincare ingredients around. There is so much research out there confirming that retinoids are able to help with the appearance of everything from wrinkles and sagging to hyperpigmentation and roughness. While that may be the case, people often advise against the use of retinoids on sensitive skin. This is down to how many retinoids are known to cause irritation, which sensitive skin is particularly susceptible to.
Fortunately, not all retinoids do this. Sure, use a high concentration of retinol on sensitive skin and you’ll likely be left with a face that feels irritated and inflamed. However, go with a gentler derivative, such as the retinyl palmitate used in the Resveratrol Vitamin C Serum, and your sensitive skin will be able to soak up the many benefits offered by vitamin A without having to deal with the downsides.
Myth 5: If You Can’t Pronounce a Skincare Ingredient, You Shouldn’t Use it
These days, people are very conscious of the fact that many skincare products contain potentially harmful ingredients. As a result, some veer away from products containing ingredients with long, complicated, and hard-to-pronounce names, believing these to be dangerous chemicals.
While this may be true of some ingredients, it certainly isn’t the case with the majority. Some of the most effective skincare ingredients out there come with long names that are usually difficult to pronounce, yet they do nothing but good for the skin. Take dimethylaminoethanol tartrate, for example, which you’ll find in the Vine Vera Resveratrol Chianti Revival Serum. It’s fantastic for minimizing the appearance of wrinkles. Meanwhile, palmitoyl tetrapeptide-7 may sound like an intimidating chemical but this peptide is a superstar at firming and thickening the feel of the skin.
When shopping for skincare, don’t judge an ingredient by its name. Instead, delve deeper to find out more about it and how it could help your complexion.
Myth 6: Oils Are Bad for Oily Skin
If you have oily skin, then you’ll be all too familiar with how your skin can quickly end up feeling overly greasy. So, why would you want to then go and add more oil to your skin? Surely that’s a recipe for clogged pores and breakouts.
With some oils, yes. However, others can actually be very beneficial for oily skin. Jojoba oil, for example, very closely resembles sebum. Use this oil on your skin and you’ll trick your skin into thinking that it has already produced plenty of sebum. In the long run, this can help to make your skin feel less oily.
Myth 7: Pores Can Open and Close
There are so many skincare tips out there for opening and closing pores. However, none of them will work. Why? Because your pores can’t open and close. Your pore openings aren’t connected to any muscles, meaning that they stay in a static position.
With that said, if your pores end up filled with dirt, oil, and other gunk, their openings will temporarily stretch to accommodate all of those impurities. This is why pores sometimes look larger and more open than usual. Keeping your skin clean and exfoliated will help to prevent this. However, if enlarged pores are a common problem for you, add a clay mask to your skincare routine. A formula like the Vine Vera Resveratrol Chianti Thermic Mask will leave your pores looking significantly smaller and tighter. It will also give the rest of your skin a radiant, purified glow.
Myth 8: Body Acne and Facial Acne Should Be Treated Differently
Unfortunately, acne doesn’t stop at the face. It’s very common for those with acne-prone skin to experience breakouts on the body too. When it comes to dealing with this, they often believe that pimples on the body need different techniques than spots on the face.
When it comes down to it, acne is acne. The same factors cause pimples on the face and the body, meaning that you can use the same methods to target them. The only difference is that the skin on your body is thicker than the skin on your face. So, while some of your facial acne treatments will work well on your body too, others, like your exfoliant, won’t. Instead, invest in a dedicated body exfoliant, like the Vine Vera Salt Scrub. Salt is great for calming the look of inflammation, making this scrub a must-try for banishing the appearance of body acne.
Myth 9: If a Product Stings or Burns, This Means That it’s Working
How can you tell if a skincare product is working? Some think that a stinging or burning sensation is a sign of this. However, while it’s true that the stinging sometimes caused by a new product means that the ingredients have reached your skin cells, it also means that your skin isn’t happy about it.
Any form of irritation is a sign that your skin barrier is undergoing damage. This is definitely not what you want from your skincare products. This doesn’t mean that you have to stop using that product completely but, ideally, you should be taking steps to help your skin grow accustomed to it. Start by using it just a couple of times a week, or applying it over the top of a soothing serum or moisturizer to partially dilute some of those potent ingredients that your skin is reacting to. Once your skin is better capable of tolerating that product, you can then start to use it normally, assuming that it doesn’t cause stinging or burning again!
Myth 10: Drinking More Water Will Get Rid of Dry Skin
Those with dry skin are always seeking ways to alleviate the dryness. One myth that’s frequently perpetuated is that drinking more water is a sure-fire way to do just that.
However, dry skin has nothing to do with how much water you drink. Instead, it’s caused by your skin failing to produce enough sebum to keep your skin’s surface conditioned. While drinking more water will undoubtedly benefit your skin, dry skin is best tackled by keeping your skin moisturized. A formula like the Vine Vera Resveratrol Cabernet High Potency Moisture Day Cream will do this well!
Summary
It’s so easy to make mistakes with skincare, especially when there’s so much misinformation out there. However, if you end up believing a skincare myth, you could end up seriously damaging your skin as a result. This is why it always pays to fact-check your knowledge before putting together a skincare routine and investing in new products. Make sure that the information you’re following has come from a reliable source – your skin is counting on it!
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