These beauty myths are definitely not what you should believe in

It’s easy to mistake beauty myths as advice especially when they’ve been passed down from one generation to the next. Many of these aren’t to be trusted and we’re here to debunk the most common ones we know.

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#1 Shaving makes hair grow back thicker

If you’ve always avoided the razor for fear of thicker hair regrowth, this is one myth you can safely put aside.

When you shave, it blunts the top of the hair which gives you the impression that the hair is coarser and thicker than before. Waxing on the other hair works by ripping the hair from its follicle so when it grows back, the end of the hair is tapered and feels finer.

In fact the act of pulling hair from its follicles can stimulate new hair growth, the opposite of what you’re hoping to achieve with hair waxing.

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#2 Washing your face vigorously will get rid of acne

In your bid to get rid of acne, it may seem logical to wash your face vigorously but this could have the opposite affect you’re after.

In fact, over-cleansing and over-exfoliating tend to break down your skin’s self-regulating barrier, leading to dehydrated, irritated skin, and increase breakouts. Eeks!

Instead opt for a gentle cleanser, preferably one that doesn’t contain SLS so it’s non-drying and doesn’t strip your skin of its natural oils.

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#3 You can skip SPF when you’re indoors

Just because you aren’t out in the sun means you are excused from sunscreen. Even while indoors, you need to protect your skin from both UVA and UVB rays as they can penetrate glass doors and windows. And as we all know, these harmful rays speed up the skin’s aging process which none of us need.

To be safe, wear sunscreen regardless of the weather, and regardless if you’re indoors or outdoors. Umbrella UV-Protection & Light Diffusing Cream offers a mega dose of SPF 70 protection and is gentle enough to be used even on children and those with sensitive skin.

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#4 You shouldn’t use oil-based products if you have oily skin

Many people mistake oily skin for hydrated skin and this couldn’t be further from the truth. Oily skin is a sign that your skin is dehydrated and is overcompensating hence the increased production in oil.

Facial oils can be highly beneficial to your skin as they can help to balance out your skin’s oil production. They often contain anti-inflammatory, antibacterial and soothing properties to combat oily and acne-prone skin.  

Look for oils that are non-comedogenic, ie they won’t clog your pores. Sapphire Balancing Facial Oil is made with 100% natural and pure plant oils that help to provide intense hydration for the skin without clogging its pores. It helps skin to stop producing excess oil and find the balance it needs to heal and regenerate while soothing inflammation and reducing acne outbreaks.