I’m a skincare expert… these are the five major mistakes that age you and it’s bad news if you use a daily scrub
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SKINCARE gurus have revealed the major errors you might be making that will only age you - and it's bad news if you use a scrub every day.
Looking after your skin can be quite tricky - with what feels like a countless hacks on social media, especially TikTok, most of us are left more confused than we were before scrolling on our phones.
Although the internet and social media can be great for inspiration and information, it's very easy to be fed inaccurate facts - and these, according to two skincare experts, could only age you.
To make sure you stay as radiant as ever, Fabulous spoke to , Skincare Specialist and Celebrity Facialist, and Dina El Adlani, Skincare Specialist and Founder of .
''In my opinion in recent years it appears as though the aesthetical presentation of skincare products appear to be more appealing than the quality of the product and this is mainly down to social media,'' says Dina.
She added: ''A lot of women tend to make mistakes when it comes to skin care a by not researching products that are suitable for their skin.''
Sharing their expertise, the two skincare gurus also revealed where beauty lovers tend to go wrong when it comes to looking after their skin - and it's not just using the wrong products not suitable to your needs.
Skipping SPF
With summer now in full force, most have, hopefully, started to wear sunscreen.
But, according to the experts, this is something you should be doing every day throughout the year - whether it's cloudy or not.
''While clouds do reduce some of the sun's UV rays, they don't block all of them, which is why you will need to protect your skin even on days when you think the sun isn’t bright, including the winter season,'' Dina said.
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Mimi explained: ''Not wearing SPF every day will cause your skin to age quicker from sun damage, leading to fine lines, wrinkles and sagging.''
When searching for the perfect sunscreen, look for one with antioxidants and Omega 3 fatty acids in the ingredients, Dina pointed out.
Not cleansing properly
Let's be honest - all of us have been guilty of coming home from a boozy night-out and heading straight to bed without taking off make-up.
But as exhausted as you may be, Mimi and Dina both emphasised on the importance of cleansing properly.
This, they explained, often lead to impurities, such as pimples and clogged-up pores.
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Overexfoliation
When thinking of baby smooth skin, the first thing that comes to mind for many is a scrub.
However, there is a fine line that many beauty lovers seem to have crossed, leading to inflammation and also dry skin, as well as other issues, the experts said.
''Our works on improving texture without damaging the skin’s natural barrier, by using repairing ingredients,'' Mimi suggested.
''To combat this, focus on hydrating the skin using natural oils that repair and heal the skin’s moisture barrier,'' said Dina, adding that for the ultimate glow, you should exfoliate only a maximum of three times a week.
Overdosing on chemical peels
Over the last few years, chemical peels have become all the rage, and rightly so.
But just like with scrubs, going overboard is also a major mistake.
These peels and acids, Dina explained, will leave the skin irritated.
Wrong routine
Using the right products with the appropriate ingredients is essential to achieve the optimal health - and subsequently the appearance - of your skin.
However, just as important it is to apply them in the right order.
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As an example, Mimi said: ''Layering products like hyaluronic acid incorrectly can mean that you’re not getting the most out of your active ingredients, with hyaluronic acid you need to use a moisturiser afterwards to seal in the moisture.
''Skipping the eye area during your skincare routine or using the same products on the eyes as on the face is a common mistake as the delicate eye area needs special care where the skin is thinner,'' she noted.
