In general, a lotion is something nice to put on your body. But body lotions should always be for the body alone. These body lotions do not hold a place on your face. The reason for this is because these body lotions are usually a lot thicker. They also contain fragrances and ingredients that may cause skin irritations. For your face, make sure to use something delicate. Use something gentle.
Once in a while, curiosity builds amongst us.
Is this good for your face? Is this chemical good for the hair?
Sometimes, these can even lead to us suffering from irritations and a lot more.
When it comes to the face, be very careful. The face is one of the most sensitive parts of your body. The skin only needs the gentlest and the most delicate of ingredients.
This is what this article is for.
Here, we talk about the most common things that you should never put on your face.
Let’s start.
Hair Spray
This is not called a hair spray for anything. The name is hairspray because it is for the hair.
You may have heard stories in the mill saying it helps set your makeup. But this is a pure myth.
Remember that hairsprays contain alcohol and lacquers that could dry out your skin. Aside from that, these ingredients can eventually make you look older than you are.
Also, it has repellants. Why should you put it on your face?
Repellants can irritate your skin. To avoid having red and bumpy skin, never put hairspray on your face.
Deodorant
The deodorant was actually made to keep your underarms dry. And that’s that. It doesn’t have to be applied to your face.
Some would apply deodorants to their faces in hopes of keeping the makeup intact. But what you are doing is stopping your skin from breathing. And this is not good.
There are ways by which you can keep your makeup on without the deodorant. So, stop.
Hair Color
Some people dye their hair in another color. And to match the color of the eyebrows with the hair color, some people resort to using the same product.
Please don’t.
These hair colors have very strong ingredients that can irritate the skin on your face.
When dyeing your eyebrows, make sure to use a brand that has gentle ingredients. Go with brands that are not that harsh.
Those for the hair will surely irritate the skin around your eyes. It can even make your eyes burn.
Shampoo
Want to make your skin dry and flaky?
Use shampoo on your face.
You see, the ingredients in your shampoo were in there for one reason. And that is to clean and get your hair shaft rid of dirt. These were not made to cleanse your skin.
So, if we were you, you let the shampoo do their thing. Leave it on your hair. Your face should never have anything to do with them.
Hair Serum
Once again, You should never apply those for the hair to the skin.
This is because these formulas have their own ingredients that can harm your skin.
Because you see, this is not the type of serum for your skin. Not all products with serum on it are good for the face.
Besides, most hair serum brands contain fragrances. When applied to the skin, this would cause irritation and a lot more.
And you don’t want that, we know.
Foot Creams
This is obvious.
But we know some even consider putting foot creams on their faces. This is in hopes of moisturizing the dry parts.
First of all, know that foot creams have very strong ingredients. The reason foot creams were actually made was because of thick calluses. These foot creams have very strong substances that can break down calluses on your feet.
And ingredients these strong should never be on your face.
Acetic Acids
You may have heard of vinegar being applied to the skin.
And yes, at some point, this may be possible.
But vinegar is a substitute for toners. And this is applicable if you no longer have a toner available and badly need to use one.
But if life gives you toner, why use vinegar?
Vinegar has already lost water over time. As such, it becomes stronger. And when you use it frequently on your skin, it can burn.
This is especially true if you are not sure how long it should stay on your skin.
Mayonnaise
We have seen other people use mayonnaise on their hair. And yes, it can be done.
But whatever works for the hair may not usually work for the face.
Mayonnaise is very acidic. Aside from that, it would keep your skin from breathing. It can also clog your pores.
If you insist on using mayonnaise on your skin, prepare to say hello to breakouts.
Body Lotion
We said it earlier, and we will repeat it.
Body lotions should never be on your face.
As you can see, body lotions have strong ingredients. They can be thick and even contain fragrances. The fragrances can eventually lead to skin irritation. Body lotions can cause redness and a lot more when applied to the face.
Your face deserves the gentlest and the most delicate ingredients.
Vegetable Shortening
We know we can use this for your body. This is very helpful when treating psoriasis.
But vegetable shortening is very heavy for your face to endure.
Besides, this can even clog your pores. And you know what happens to pores that are eventually clogged? Breakouts.’
How can I make my face glow naturally?
There are a lot of natural ingredients that are good for the skin. In fact, you may even have any or all of these in your cupboard. Try turmeric. Honey and olive oil are also great for your skin. Or why not try orange juice? Milk is a great option, as well as cucumber and papaya. As you can see, your skin deserves the most delicate care you can give. Try natural. And you’ll glow in no time.
In recent years, the world has seen the growing popularity of natural ingredients. We saw how ingredients we usually ignore in the cupboard could help keep our skin healthy.
Glowing skin can be hard to achieve given the hectic schedules and the pollution around,
But no matter how many brands go out into the market, nothing beats natural products.
So, go ahead. Check out your kitchen cabinet.
You may have something useful not only to the pans but also to your face.
Here are a few of them:
Turmeric
This is full of anti-bacterial properties.
Turmeric is one miracle spice. Truth be told, turmeric has a bunch of powerful antioxidants. And this helps get that beautiful glow.
Turmeric contains curcumin. Curcumin has anti-inflammatory benefits and rids you of puffiness and other inflammations.
Turmeric is also good for the skin, so that it is easy to achieve that wonderful glow. It keeps your skin rejuvenated.
And oh, before we forget, turmeric eliminates free radicals. Not only that, but it also enhances the collagen production of your skin. This should be enough to keep your skin supple, healthy, and fresh.
Mix half a teaspoon of turmeric with a cup of chickpea flour. Pour in enough water (or milk) to form a paste. Apply on your face and leave it there to dry.
Then rinse.
Honey
This is something you can directly apply to your skin and neck.
The only thing you have to ensure is that before the application, your skin is clean.
Honey is one amazing moisturizer. It can keep your skin from getting dry. It hydrates as well as makes your skin healthy.
It has anti-bacterial benefits and can avoid you from infections. It minimizes blemishes and keeps your skin free from acne.
Olive Oil
Pure olive oil contains ingredients that can maintain your skin’s elasticity. It smooths your skin and hydrates it for that natural glow.
To apply, you can mix one tablespoon of olive oil with honey. You can add an egg yolk if you wish. Mix.
Once mixed, you can apply the paste to your face. Make sure to cover all your face with the paste. And be gentle.
Leave the paste on for about 15 minutes, then wash off with warm water.
Do this regularly, and you will see visible results.
Orange Juice
If there is one thing we can associate with wrinkles, it is Vitamin E.
Wrinkles appear early when the skin lacks Vitamin E.
And we need to emphasize; orange juice is full of it.
Now, you can drink lots and lots of orange juice every day. That can actually supply you with the needed Vitamin E to reduce the appearance of wrinkles.
But aside from drinking orange juice, you can also apply it to your face.
Soak cotton in orange juice. Rub it on your face every day. Let it be for about 10 minutes, then rinse.
Or better yet, you can also add orange juice to a facial mask.
One thing to note, though, is that orange juice can get too runny.
For the orange juice to set, you can mix it with baking soda. Once mixed with baking soda, you can apply it to your face.
Milk
Milk is good for your skin. And this is something women from all over the world use to keep their skin healthy.
The best time to apply milk to your face is before sleeping.
What you can do is dab your skin with cotton soaked in milk. Please do this before you sleep and leave it on your face overnight.
Once you wake up in the morning, wash your face with cold water.
Putting milk on your face regularly will keep your face free from dark spots.
And not only that, but it gives your skin a healthy glow that you have always wanted.
How can I get clear skin without using so many skin products?
There are a few basic things you need to do to keep your skin clear and healthy. One is to stay away from too much sun. Water is also essential, and so is exercise. Skip the alcohol. These and a few more steps would ensure that your skin remains clear and healthy.
We know we can spend as much money as we can to keep our skin healthy. If you want to know the secret to be healthy and beautiful skin, there are options. And we should highlight, these are the cheaper options.
We’ll let you in on a lot of secrets.
First off, genetics play a big role in your skin’s overall look. But aside from your genes, there are a lot more. And these are those that are under your control.
The most important of all is to stay away from the sun as much as you can. About 90% of skin aging is actually caused by the sun. So, when you stay out of the sun, you protect your skin from early aging as well. Plus, you avoid the possibility of skin cancer as well.
When walking under the sun, choose a shady spot. You can also wear a big hat. Or use sunscreen should you really need to get out under the sun. This is the biggest consideration when you want to keep your skin healthy and to look young.
The other thing you have to know is always to know your skin more.
As you can see, there are different types of skin. And each skin type requires a different routine. Knowing your skin well would also make sure that you know what skincare products you can use.
Speaking of products, we have another important thing to mention. And that is all about makeup.
Before sleeping, always make it a point to take off your makeup.
Taking it off before sleeping should be a routine. It’s like brushing your teeth before you sleep or getting a shower before going to work.
Wipe off that makeup before you sleep. Your skin will thank you for that.
We mentioned sleep. Get enough of it. You will notice that you will get rid of those circles under your eyes once you get enough sleep.
A couple more things you have to get enough of are exercise and water.
You know that when you sweat, there is always something great about it, right? It will not only show in your figure, but your skin will be supple and healthy, too.
And like we said, drink lots of water.
Getting enough water means that your skin gets enough dehydration as well. Drinking lots of water will make you feel good and look good. So, drink!
And speaking of drink, avoid alcohol. Not only will this result in a good quality of sleep, but it also avoids hangovers. Alcohol also tends to dehydrate the body and the skin. So, if we were you, steer clear of alcohol.
As you can see, having clear and healthy skin is not always about genes. There are things you can do. And these are all under your control.
And so, the next time you think you have undesirable skin, think again.
Everything is not about genes. For all you know, it might just be the water you’re lacking.