Skin Myths: 8 Things you didn't know about your skin
SPF (Sun Protection Factor) is enough for protection from sun. In truth, SPF is only part of the equation. Choose an SPF with UVA/UVB protection and use your sunscreen with an antioxidant for maximum protection. - Shaving does not make your hair grow back thicker. It is just an optical illusion caused by the blunt hair growing from the shaft and appearing thicker.
- Natural ingredients like carrots, cucumbers, amla, lemon or gram flour might sometimes lead to allergic reaction or irritated skin without the person realizing the cause. It is best to do a patch test area before using these ingredients on the
- Facial exercises keep skin taut. But the fact is that the muscle contractions used in facial exercises can actually contribute to wrinkles. The exercises do not fill the hollows caused by sagging.
- Acne is not caused by greasy food or chocolates or oily food. The villain behind acne is sebum, a fatty secretion produced in the skin.
- Though sunscreen is a great step towards sunburn, it’s not enough to prevent significant skin damage or premature aging. Sport hats to prevent scalp burns and sunglasses to prevent cataracts.
- We have often heard that exposure to the sun in the morning hours is good as it provides Vitamin D. But the damage the sun will do to your skin is just not worth the exposure. People who tend to be extra careful with sunscreen are the ones to face
- There are chances that at some point you would have heard that drink 8 glasses of water a day for great skin. The fact is, water plays a small role when it comes to the quality of your skin. Smoking and exposure affects your skin in a negative way.
SPF (Sun Protection Factor) is enough for protection from sun. In truth, SPF is only part of the equation. Choose an SPF with UVA/UVB protection and use your sunscreen with an antioxidant for maximum protection.
Skin Myths: 8 Things you didn't know about your skin
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