Living in a world full of beauty tips and tricks, it's quite easy to get swept up in advice that sounds promising but is rooted in myth rather than fact. These beauty myths will waste time, money, and even potentially harm skin and hair.
Let's get the record straight with a look at some common beauty myths you should no longer believe.
They would probably say that the more you pay, the better it is, but that just is not the truth with everything. Actually, how well a product works depends on the ingredients contained in the product, rather than their price. Some inexpensive brands do offer quality products which work just as well than their luxury counterparts. Instead, listen to your skin's or hair's needs and opt for only that ingredient in a formulation, high or low-priced.
Perhaps one of the most dangerous myths out there, since UV rays-those responsible for skin damage and aging-can pass through clouds and even through windows. That means your skin is still in danger of sun damage on overcast days and even inside when you are sitting near a window. Wearing sunscreen daily has become crucial for your skin to get extra protection from harmful UV rays. Make it part of your daily morning routine, just like brushing your teeth.
The common myth is that if you pluck one gray hair, several will grow in its place. In reality, a plucked gray hair doesn't affect the neighboring hairs one whit. Each hair follicle is autonomous, with the result that removing one gray hair has no influence on the emergence of other gray hairs. However, it's best to avoid plucking hairs because this may damage the hair follicle, leading to some thinning or scarring of hair growth.
Although it is right that the majority of natural ingredients provide their benefits to your skin and hair, it is not right to think of everything natural as safe. There are several natural ingredients, such as essential oils or lemon juice, which can be too hard on particular skin types, causing irritation, allergic reactions, or even burns.
This is one of those myths that has hung around for years, but it's about time it's put to rest. Shaving does not affect the thickness of one's hair, nor the color, nor the rate at which it grows. When you shave, what you do is to cut back at the very surface of the hair, and as this grows out, it can feel either stubbly or even blunt.
Pores are a part of the skin, and to a great degree, their size is determined by genetics. You can minimize their appearance by keeping them clean and using products that reduce oiliness, but you really can't shrink your pores. Many products claim to shrink pores, but they really just temporarily tighten your skin to make your pores appear smaller.
Sometimes, beauty myths can be so delusive, and some might just prove harmful. By dismissing these common myths, you are better informed about making proper decisions on your beauty routine.
