Beware of These Skincare Ingredients
by: Deidra Garcia
Consumers assume that that all skin care prodducts are beneficial
to the skin, especially if the products are costly.
Unfortunately, this assumption is not necessarily true. Many
skincare products not only fall short of their advertised
promises, but can also damage your skin. Their ingredients may
clog pores, irritate, dehydrate and stress your skin. While
irritation is not always visible, it compromises your skin's
healthy appearance and its resilience. It prevents new cell
growth and reduces the skin's ability to heal.
Here is a concise list of what you should avoid in skincare
prodducts. Think of these ingreedients as the equivalent of
cholesterol, saturated fat or ephedra in your diet. As a general
rule, you should avoid any product that tingles, stings, itches
or burns.
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Alcohol: We have all heard many times that alcohol is bad for
the skin. Unfortunately, it is still used extensively in skin
care prodducts. It contributes to dehydration, kills live cells,
and alters the skin's delicate biological balance.
Fragrance and coloring: Dermatologists strongly recommend
avoiding products with added fragrance or dyes. These additives
fail to provide any benefit other than to enhance the product's
appearance. However, when absorbed by the skin, fragrances and
dyes cause irritation and may produce allergic reactions.
Botanicals: Not all “natural” ingredients are beneficial.
Some commonly used plant extracts, such as menthol, peppermint
and citrus oils, are powerful substances that are better kept
away from your skin.
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