In our article, you will learn about the most famous facts and myths about cosmetics. Is it worth believing the common myths about the effectiveness of certain cosmetics? There are a lot of thoughts among the people about cosmetics. Some people believe that laundry soap will help to make the skin soft and silky, while others find this method a little old and ineffective. We can also hear enough from our grandmothers a lot of folk recipes for beauty, but basically they do not have the expected effect, but simply exist as well-known myths. But as they say: "to each his own." Still, it is worth knowing specifically what and for what, so as not to be disappointed later. Therefore, in our article we will try to find out the basic facts about cosmetics, as well as refute the well-known fictions.
Fact # 1: Laundry soap can effectively get rid of acne
Indeed, laundry soap is used for many diseases, for example, eczema, dermatitis, since it has an excellent antibacterial effect. But many cosmetologists advise against using it for acne, as it dries the skin a lot. Excessive dryness can lead to irritation and this will trigger the appearance of new acne. Therefore, if you do not want to constantly struggle with pimples on your face, forget about laundry soap as a remedy for a beautiful face.
Fact number 2: Folk recipes for face creams are better than store
Of course, one should not argue about the fact that such recipes are natural. But store cosmetics contain components that penetrate deep into the epidermis, saturating the skin with all the necessary vitamins for beauty and health. As for home remedies, they only work on the top layer of the skin, and in order to have any result, time and regularity are needed. Hence from this, the opinion about the effectiveness of homemade creams is a common fiction.
Fact # 3: Toothpaste Can Help Get Rid of Acne
Despite the fact that the use of toothpaste is recommended for completely different purposes, it is also used to eliminate acne. There is no scientific evidence to prove the therapeutic effect of this remedy, but as the reviews of those people who used this method show, the effect is really good. In order to reduce the size of the pimple and remove redness, it is necessary to cover it up at night and wash it off only in the morning. As a result, the toothpaste dries up pimples, unclogs pores and reduces inflammation. If you are going to treat a pimple in this way, you should not choose colored, helium or menthol toothpaste, as this can lead to an allergic reaction. Instead, it is better to choose with medicinal herbs: chamomile, calendula, nettle; and also with oak bark, etc.
Fact # 4: Day cream and night cream have the same effect
In fact, this was invented by people who are not very scrupulous in caring for their skin, therefore, they are convinced that the use of any cream (day, night) gives the same effect. The fact is that the day cream contains special components that protect the skin from harmful environmental influences, for example, from wind, frost, and the night cream contains all the necessary vitamins for nutrition and hydration. In addition, it is recommended to apply anti-wrinkle creams only before bedtime, since during this time the cream penetrates deeply under the skin. This promotes the regulation of blood to the dermis (the inner layer of the skin), which allows for the intense production of collagen. It is he who maintains the tone of the skin.
Fact # 5: It is important to regularly change your makeup, because the skin can get used to
This myth was probably invented by those who are willing to spend a lot of money on cosmetics. In fact, the skin does not get used to the cosmetics that you constantly use. Addiction can be caused by a specific product, as is the case with drugs. Cosmetics usually contain a minimum of one or another ingredient, and the rest, unfortunately, are different additives (for color, smell, etc.). Therefore, do not be afraid to use your favorite cosmetics all the time, because it is not at all harmful to the skin. In addition, they are proven tools that you can trust.
Fact # 6: Hemorrhoid cream will help get rid of bags under the eyes
As strange and ugly as it sounds, it is a fact. After all, usually the composition of ointments and creams for hemorrhoids includes the substance heparin. It is effectively used to treat hemorrhoidal bleeding and relieve swelling. In cases of bruising, heparin prevents blood clotting, thereby also relieving swelling and bruising under the eyes.
Fact # 7: Organic cosmetics are better and more effective
Each of us is used to thinking: "If expensive, then effective, if organic, then it means safe and will definitely help!" Unfortunately, this is not always the case, as a rule, those products that cost more sometimes do not meet our expectations, and the natural composition can cause an allergic reaction. Therefore, when buying such cosmetics, do not expect that you will get a 100% effect, it is better to check the product on a safer area of the skin before that. First of all, essential oils, which are often present in such cosmetics, can provoke allergies.
Fact # 8: Olive oil can help get rid of stretch marks
Probably, many beauties know about the beneficial properties of olive oil. It perfectly moisturizes the skin, making it more elastic and silky. But, as far as stretch marks are concerned, here it is practically powerless. It is completely impossible to get rid of them completely, and all the efforts that you will apply to this will be visible only slightly. But, as a rule, even the slightest result requires complex methods to eliminate stretch marks. And with olive oil alone, you won't change anything.
Stretch marks are a kind of scars that appear when the density of the skin is disturbed, and are accompanied by stretching of the upper layer of the skin. Therefore, when dealing with them, it is important to use completely different methods, and not olive oil. Consequently, the fact about the effectiveness of olive oil for stretch marks has not been confirmed. In conclusion, I would like to note that, despite all the above facts, and rumors that have been refuted, there are still people who are helped by the means "invented" by them. You can often hear even on the street how you can get rid of acne with the help of this or that folk remedy. Of course, traditional medicine is famous for its naturalness, but in some cases it can only exacerbate the problem.
A proverb comes to mind: "Everyone gets what he believes in!" But when it comes to health and beauty, here no beliefs and psychological attitudes pass. Let's hope that our article has clarified a lot of incomprehensible things to you, and now you will know exactly what and from what can be applied. Therefore, myths are myths, but it is better to know for sure!
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