We dream of having smooth, radiant and model-worthy skin that generates good remarks and compliments. But achieving this can be more difficult than you imagined. You may buy several expensive skincare products, stick to multiple skincare routines and still not achieve your dream skin due to some habits. And what are these habits? While there are a lot of them, we have handpicked some of the most common of all.
Below are four habits that may ruin your skin. As a bonus, we included how to avoid the habits.
1. Sleeping with Makeup on
After a hectic day at work or an exuberant night out with companions, taking your makeup off may seem like a difficult task. But leaving your makeup on your skin all night may result in bacterial infections and clogged pores, which could be a breeding ground for acne.
Also, your body temperature rises slightly when you sleep, which will increase the absorption of whatever you have on your skin surface. So if you have makeup on your skin, the chances are that you may experience increased spots.
Solution
Rather than sleeping with your makeup on, try to wash it off before sleep. If you are too weak to perform the full cleanse, tone and moisture routine, use micellar water to wipe off your makeup quickly but ensure that it doesn’t become a habit.
2. Habitual facial expressions
Did you know that habitual facial expression are one of the causes of wrinkles? Frowning, squinting, and even smiling too much can enhance the appearance of wrinkles on your face. If these facial expressions become a habit, it could result in the formation of wrinkles.
Solution
While facial expressions are known to cause wrinkles, there is little that can be done to prevent their formation. You definitely wouldn’t want to go out with a stone face; it’ll make you appear bizarre.
You can prevent the appearance of wrinkles by drinking less alcohol, resting appropriately, eating healthily, and limiting your sugar intake.
If you notice wrinkles on your face, you can get rid of them by applying home remedies like egg whites, olive oil, or lemon juice. However, for a faster result, you may want to consider a facelift by Dr. Yael Halaas, an experienced surgeon. There are also an array of surgical and non-surgical options at your disposal that effectively treat wrinkles.
3. Using harsh cleaners
Many of us believe that the harsher the cleaners, the better the result. However, the truth is, using harsh cleanser on your skin wouldn’t make it any cleaner or smoother. Instead, it may result in damage to your skin.
Do you have dry skin? If yes, we advise that you exercise caution. Don’t clean your skin too much, as doing so will strip away natural oils, making it even dryer.
Solution
Harsh cleaners are a no-no for your skin. Rather than using these cleaners, go for a creamy or oil-based alternative at night, as they are gentler on dry or sensitive skin.
4. Popping Pimples
The sight of those pimples on your face may push you to pop them, but doing so doesn’t eliminate the pimples; it makes matters worse. Popping the pimples on your face can lead to infection and scarring, thereby making the blemish last for a long time.
Solution
Instead of popping your pimples, consider treating the pimples properly with a spot treatment. Alternatively, you can use retinoid-like drugs or antibiotics to kill excess bacteria and reduce redness.
Conclusion
If you have tried several skincare routines and products to no avail, we advise that you check your habits. Do your habits promote skincare, or do otherwise? If your habits are harmful to your skin, you should stop them for the sake of your skin, health, and overall appearance.
