Many of us have encountered some bizarre skincare practices, most of which are portrayed as normal on social media. dr Bukola Odetundun Abubakar managed to highlight the top 5 on their list. So, here are 5 beauty trends to avoid if you long for healthier skin.

Buy chemical peel ingredients and make your own at home

A chemical peel is a treatment that you should see a professional for. It involves applying a chemical peeling solution to the face to remove dead skin cells and improve the skin’s appearance. There are 3 types: superficial, medium and deep. Superficial and intermediate are usually less invasive and usually safe when performed by a suitably qualified practitioner. However, deeper peels are more invasive and risky, and can cause serious side effects.

There is a possibility of a reaction to the chemical (phenol) used in such treatment, which could even affect your heart and kidneys. Therefore, heart and blood pressure are closely monitored during such an operation. Unfortunately, if you order the ingredients online and make them yourself, the chances of getting the right ingredients are slim. Unfortunately, it is also not possible to monitor your vital signs from the comfort of your own home.

There is also the possibility of an anaphylactic reaction to these chemicals, which could be life-threatening. Instead of going through all that hassle, it’s far better to use a less invasive device that can produce similar results. For example, you can use LUNA 3 as a skin scrub and as a skin massager.

bleaching of the skin

This trend involves using a cream on the skin that actually contains bleach to reduce redness, lighten skin tone and eliminate hyperpigmentation from acne problems. While it may sound harmless, experts say bleaching your skin is dangerous. In addition, bleaching the skin tends to interfere with the production of melanin — a chemical that gives skin its color and protects it from the harmful effects of ultraviolet rays.

In addition, most bleaching creams contain a harmful chemical called hydroquinone. Hydroquinone is a chemical used to fade hyperpigmentation. It works by slowing down melanin production. Unfortunately, hydroquinone is highly carcinogenic and can cause ochronosis. This is a skin condition in which hyperpigmentation darkens. Because of all these harmful effects, products containing hydroquinone are currently restricted in many countries around the world.

The interesting thing is that there are alternative skin care products that contain natural alternatives to hydroquinone such as: B. licorice or bearberry extract. Both are powerful, skin-soothing antioxidants that even out skin tone and fade dark spots. In addition, they also have the safest rating in the Environmental Working Group’s Skin Deep® database . Furthermore, you should always love your skin, no matter what tone it is. 

Using glue and charcoal glue masks

While the thought of applying glue, letting it dry, and peeling it off may seem perfectly satisfying to some, I strongly advise against doing so. Personally, I’ve seen a lot of ads for black glue recommended all over social media for blackhead removal and exfoliation. This DIY blackhead removal method is highly ineffective and basically introduces unnecessary harsh chemicals into your skin and ends up causing an allergic reaction and skin dryness.

Likewise, charcoal face masks seem to be popping up everywhere right now. New York dermatologist Ritu Saini has called for checking the ingredients of such masks, as charcoal itself is not the problem. The problem is that the glue used to apply the mask can slough off normal skin cells and cause skin damage and irritation. However, the best alternative is to find an exfoliating product that is safe for your skin.

Lemons and limes are seriously not meant for your skin

I can understand why a lot of people feel that way about it: lemons and limes are harmless. Plus, they’re in a lot of skincare products, so why not use them in my beauty treatments? Well, the answer is, when you buy products that contain citrus fruits, they have been formulated in the right proportions to be safer for your skin.

Applying lime and lemon juice directly to your skin can cause all sorts of problems such as skin dryness, wound irritation, skin irritation, making your skin more sensitive to sunlight or increasing your risk of developing phytophotodermatitis. This is a skin condition that affects the epidermis and manifests as a blistering rash on the skin.

Using deodorant as a makeup primer

Beauty trends can be dangerous and this one is a good example. Antiperspirant is formulated to minimize armpit perspiration and is not designed to be applied to the face. Despite this, it has started to be used as a facial primer. Not a smart idea. Putting antiperspirant on your face is quite likely to clog your pores, which can lead to blackheads and acne. Additionally, the fragrances used in deodorants can potentially irritate and inflame facial skin.

These days, it’s pretty easy to come across various skincare and beauty hacks on the internet, especially on social media. Many of these „tricks“ go viral, leading many to believe they are safe or okay and try them at home. However, most of these skincare tricks are inefficient at best. As you have seen from the examples above, some of them are potentially very dangerous to your health.