Although being a professional when it comes to skincare and makeup, I still make mistakes. It’s all good when I’m giving out advice, but sometimes the apple doesn’t fall far from the tree and I find myself doing things I actually advice against to.
I have my fair share of beauty regrets so here they come – don’t judge me.
I’ll have you known..
I’ve ruined my hair at least five times only to do it again the next time. “I’ll never touch my hair again!” Yeah right. I’m thinking the most previous time was actually the last and this time I’ll learn to love my hair just as it is and not to ever touch it again. Fingers crossed.
I always find myself picking on my skin only to say to myself “Wish I hadn’t done that.. Oh well, I’ll never do it again.” But is there anything better than getting a ripe blackhead out of your skin? Sigh.
I know my eyes hate liners in the waterline but I still end up trying new liners applied right on there. “Maybe this time my eyes won’t water…” Aand the makeup is ruined.
I used to not do my eye brows. Like, at all. No makeup, not even dye. I could wear a bold smokey eye with lipstick and all – but I was completely unaware of having a pair of brows. I have to say – acknowledging them later on has opened my world to the wonders of eyebrows.
Skincare is really everyone’s business. Still it raises a lot of questions. As a cosmetologist I value a good skincare routine and I’m always eager to learn more and try new things. I didn’t always know how to take care of my skin so maybe you can learn something from my mistakes!
The most common mistakes in skincare
Wrong / too harsh product for cleansing When I saw Clearasil’s “ACNE REMOVAL SUPER PURIFYING MEGA 5 in1” product I, too, fell for it. I had a really bad acne and felt like I needed something super effective for my super dirty face. Me thinking that and using that product makes me sad. The products was way too harsh for my skin and I would never recommend it to anyone. I also tried drugstore products, but they were just as bad. It’s true that an oily skin needs an effective product, and preferably in gel form, but the right product can also be gentle and moisturizing.
Skipping the morning cleansing It’s logical to clean your face from makeup in the evening but the morning cleansing is crucial as well. You sweat a lot in the night time and you roll around in your sheets, so it’s important to freshen up in the morning. Now someone may say that it dries the skin too much. I will repeat myself: An effective product can be gentle. A good product won’t dry you out. Oh and also: you wouldn’t put your day cream on a dirty face, right? Good.
The place of purchase The place where you’re buying your groceries shouldn’t be the place you’re buying your lotions from. Also – those cheap supermarkets aren’t the place to be, when it comes to skincare. Sure you can get a nice-looking lotion for couple of bucks there, but good quality and good products cost a bit more. Also I wouldn’t necessary recommend drugstores (in Finland). Those very basic lotions aren’t enough for all skin types. Been there, done that!
Then where should you shop? At your cosmetologist’s or a cosmetics store. Professional products are usually better from my experience, because the ingredients and the consistency in products are well considered. Organic products are great for your skin, because they don’t contain controversial ingredients and natural ingredients are simple but effective.
The ingredient list The INCI-list is a very challenging area of research even for a professional, but there are some things you should try to understand. First I would say that a short and a simple list is usually a good sign, as well as readable components. When you start to read the ingredients lists, you may also learn, what ingredients work and do not work for you. For example, if you have dry skin, chances are, that you want to stay away from products containing alcohol. Also, there are some ingredients that are controversial that you should do some research on. Those are ingredients like mineral oil, silicons or parabens. Try products containing them and decide for yourself, if they suit you.
Ingredients are always listed depending on what substance it contains the most. So if you are looking for – say – properly moisturizing oil, but the first ingredient is Aqua, you’ve been screwed. I’ve noticed that understanding INCI lists is easier with natural products.
Trusting the internet or your friend’s cousin’s sister’s girlfriend It’s great that the internet and forums are full of skincare tips and product recommendations, but remember to be critical about who you’re taking the advice from. A good example is coconut oil, that was so hyped a while ago. People recommended it to cleansing, as a moisturizer, as an exfoliant, to put on a bread and between your toes. Sure coconut oil works great for some purposes, but it’s not for everyone. And you oily/combination ladies out there – don’t bother. As an oily faced beauty myself I can use coconut oil to remove my makeup, but I do have to remove the oil as well. Otherwise it will clog up my pores and make me break out. For dry skin? Maybe! Keep in mind that we all have different skin types and what works for someone may not work for you. Also these “DIY” skincare tips make me cringe so bad. Be careful out there!
Keep in mind that we all have different skin types and what works for someone may not work for you.
That’s all for now. What do you think? I would be happy to hear your thoughts.
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