7 Worst Things You Should Never Put on Your Face

While we’re always looking for the next ingredient to spice up our radiance game, we forget to talk about the DONTs of the skincare regimen. Which ingredient is harmful to our skin? Which DIY skin hack would punish us instead of making our lives easier? What are the worst things you can put on your face? Before you go on those 5-minute DIY pages, get the answer to these questions.

7 Worst Things You Can Put on Your Face!

 

1. Toothpaste

When I was 16, using toothpaste to get rid of pimples overnight was all the rage. Being the child of the internet, I decided to give it a try. The result? It irritated my skin and I developed a bad rash. So, toothpaste is an absolute no for your skin. There’s a reason it is exclusively for teeth.

Although toothpaste has drying agents that can possibly shrink your pimple overnight it also has harsh ingredients such as Sodium Lauryl Sulfate. There is a treasure box full of homemade remedies and products that are backed by dermatologists, invest in them instead.

2. Lemon

Isn’t lemon just Vitamin C? Sorry to break it to you but applying lemon juice directly to your skin can damage it. Lemon juice is highly acidic in nature and can disturb the skin’s pH level. It can also cause irritation and redness. If exposed to sunlight, it can cause sunburn. You can try Vitamin C serums out there or you can add lemon to your tea/juice. You can also dilute lemon juice with glycerin, honey, etc. but a patch test is recommended.

3. Hot Water

A hot water shower calms all the nerves but it is equally damaging to the skin. Especially our face! Our facial skin is more delicate than our body and exposing it to hot water can cause dryness, flakiness, itchiness, and dullness. It can also lead to a skin allergy. Use lukewarm water to wash your face and immediately follow with a hydrating moisturizer!

4. Salt

Although salt scrubs can be effective exfoliators you should keep some things in mind. Choose the correct salt. Salt contains abrasive crystals that can create microtears upon scrubbing. Salt scrubs can also be drying for your skin. Mix sea salt with almond/jojoba oil and massage it gently on your face if you want a good scrub.

5. Mayonnaise

Let me stop you right there if you’ve come across DIY mayonnaise face masks on your skincare journey. A lot of these DIY hacks recommend using mayonnaise on your face as it contains moisturizing properties. But mayonnaise can be quite heavy and greasy on the skin which can clog pores. A breakout will soon follow its lead.

Mayonnaise belongs on your burger, not your face! Turn to the plethora of hydrating masks in the market that contain ingredients like hyaluronic acid.

6. Harsh Products

If you’re a skincare enthusiast then you know better than anyone to steer clear of the products that contain harsh products. Many dermatologists follow this rule of thumb: If you can’t pronounce it and eat it, then don’t put it on your skin! Stay away from products that contain ingredients such as parabens, phthalates, formaldehyde, sulfates, and artificial fragrances. Go for products that are organic and vegan instead. Your skin will be grateful!

7. Shampoo

Now that we’ve talked about harsh ingredients, shampoo is one of the worst things you can put on your face. Shampoo is developed to cater to the needs of your hair and scalp. Even if you’re getting late for an interview and you’ve just run out of your face cleanser, do not use shampoo to cleanse your face. It contains harsh foaming agents and allergens that can irritate your skin and lead to dryness, itchiness, and even acne.

Conclusion

All it takes is a quick Google search to find out if something is bad for your skin. Trying new DIY hacks is fun but it shouldn’t put your skin’s health at risk. Next time you’re about to apply something to your face, put it down and research it first. Use a trusted source and it will tell you all about whether an ingredient belongs on your face or if it should be limited to your food!

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