We often share our Dermatologists’ preferred routines and products. But what about the things they NEVER use?
#1: Polysporin/Neosporin
Can cause severe allergic contact dermatitis
Can even cause anaphylaxis!
Studies show only antibacterial soap, water and vaseline are needed to prevent infections
#2: Ivory Soap
Contains harsh surfactants
Can strip away skin barrier leaving behind tight, itchy, irritated skin
May contain sodium lauryl sulfate, which will dry and irritate the skin
#3: Toothpaste
Typical ingredients in toothpaste like alcohol, hydrogen peroxide and baking soda can dry up acne, but also leave the skin extremely irritated
Overly dry skin → overproduction & overcompensation of oil glands → oily skin → more breakouts !
#4: Dermarollers
They don’t work - don’t go deep enough to penetrate skin to the level needed
Can harbour harmful bacterial, which can cause skin infections
Can trigger rosacea, eczema or melasma
Increased risk of scarring
#5: Lemon Juice
Very acidic, alters pH of skin, can damage epidermis and lead to inflammation/scars
Can make you more sensitive to the sun, resulting in burning more easily or a dark rash called phytophotodermatitis
#6: Harsh Physical Exfoliators
Scrubs with large particles, crushed nut or beads are too aggressive for the skin
Leads to uneven exfoliation
Creates micro-tears
Increases inflammation and disrupts the skin barrier
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