You guys might have seen my recent Facebook Live event in partnership with Neutrogena and LA based dermatologist, Dr. Chipps! I learned a lot from Dr. Chipps and I worked with Neutrogena to share some of the common skincare myths that are out there and how you really should be taking care of your skin! Skincare is one of those things that seems really complicated, but it doesn’t have to be! Read on to find out the truth about skincare, plus some advice from Dr. Chipps! (But don’t forget to ask your dermatologist if you have any specific questions!)
Skincare Myths
MYTH 1: You don’t need to start worrying about anti-aging until you start to show signs of aging.
FACT: Prevention is far more effective than a cure!
It can be hard to retroactively erase fine lines and sunspots, but you can work to take care of your skin before signs of aging even begin to appear! Wearing sunscreen and using creams like Neutrogena’s Rapid Wrinkle Repair Regenerating Cream with retinol can work to boost collagen in the second layer of skin, while stimulating cell turnover of the first layer of skin. Combined with the thick, moisturizing consistency of the cream, it helps keep skin looking youthful! Dr. Chipps even mentioned that she recommends preventative anti-aging for teenaged patients, but make sure to discuss the best options for you with your dermatologist!
MYTH 2: What you eat doesn’t affect your skin.
FACT: Your diet does have an impact on your skin.
Eating healthy foods (especially water rich foods like fruits and veggies) can help your skin retain moisture and look more youthful. On the flip side, eating poorly can contribute to more frequent breakouts. Of course there are a lot of other factors that go into your complexion, like genetics, but eating healthily definitely helps!
MYTH 3: You only need to wear sunscreen when it’s sunny outside.
FACT: UVA rays can still reach your skin even if it’s cloudy.
Clouds can protect your skin from UVB rays, but it’s really UVA rays that can do the most damage, and those are not blocked by clouds. UVA rays can penetrate deep into your second layer of skin (the dermis) and damage the cells there, which can cause visible signs of aging as well as skin cancer. Make sure to wear broad spectrum sunscreen with SPF 30+ every day to block both UVA and UVB rays.
MYTH 4: A tan glow is healthy.
FACT: Tans are a sign of damage to skin cells!
Like a sunburn, a tan is a sign of skin damage and can contribute to signs of aging as well as skin cancers. You should be wearing broad spectrum sunscreen that is at least SPF 30+ on exposed skin when you’re outside. If you want a sunkissed glow, you can use self tanners, which are safe. (A little bit of bronzer can help as well!)
MYTH 5: You need lots of products to take care of your skin.
FACT: For a basic routine, you need just three products!
According to Dr. Chipps, a basic but complete skincare routine involves gentle cleanser, sunscreen, and a night cream. You can even combine an anti-aging cream with your night cream if you use one with retinol, like the Neutrogena Rapid Wrinkle Repair Regenerating Cream, which works since it’s super thick and moisturizing! Of course you can use more skincare products like toners and serums, but those three are the most essential!
For more on skincare, I have tons of posts that you can check out here! Were you guilty of believing any of these skincare myths? Tell me in the comments!
Thanks to Neutrogena for partnering with me on this post!
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Skincare regimen is my obsession! Thank you for the read.
Thank you for this post! I’ve read many of your skincare posts and have implemented some your skincare tips into my skincare routine and I’ve seen a difference! Again, thank you. ?? #snapchatfam ?
Thanks, love! So glad my tips helped! xoxo
Thanks for the tips! ?
Thanks for the post, Sona! I loved your Facebook interview with Dr. Chipps. I even got the Neutrogena Rapid Wrinkle Repair Cream to try! A couple days in – it’s really nice! I wish I had known to start anti-aging when I was a teenager or in college…but trying to be good about it now! And always with sunblock! Thanks for your tips!
So helpful! It’s funny- this post came at the perfect time-I have really been digging into skincare lately because my skin is acting like i’m back in highschool! I’ve started some new products, definitely am aware of my eating and hydrating habits and I’m trying to simplify my process. I honestly didn’t know that a tan was just as damaging as sunburn–I’m glad pale skin is “in” now!! xoxo
Myth #3 yes!!! I’m a natural redhead and that is completely true!!
Abbie E
http://www.abulouslife.com
A wonderful skincare post … ! :)
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Thanks sona this has help me always wanted to start a skincare regime but it always seem complicated but Inoe I know I only need suncream, cleaner and night cream. It helps me a lot thanks
So happy this helped!! :)
Wow we are what we eat that’s so true and I believe in it.. thanks for this post Sona jhan ?
taking care of my skin is my favorite thing to do thank you sona for this blog love from morocco ?
Great post… Exactly want I need at the moment ❤❤❤
Sona, I can tell you right now I will keep on referencing this blog post over and over!! THANK YOU!!! ? I feel like I need a new skin care routine, but I haven’t known what direction to go in. I have been using the same products forever but I want to change some habits (i.e. wearing SPF all the time!). Do you think I should be using a toner for my skin? Love you xoxo! ? #snapchatfam
You shared the most important thing to do to take care of our skin ?. And those are simple things who can make a huge difference. Well done! Love you!
I’m definitely guilty of number 5! I’ll have to slim down my skin care regimen. Thanks for the helpful tips Sona! #snapchatfam
These tips are really interesting. I definitely have to invest in some anti-aging products, I’m almost 24, so I guess it’s time! I have always been crazy about sunscreen, but recently I read that it is not really that healthy so I don’t know what to think about it… The good diet is so important! Ever since I started eating healthier I noticed positive changes in my skin.
Hugs! #snapchatfam
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Great post!
I wish I had started using anti aging products, including daily sunscreen, way before I did. I really didn’t start that regimen until I was about 37 and I’m about to be 39. But now it’s part of my daily routine.
Love how you mentioned that a skincare routine doesn’t have to include heaps of products! Thanks for Sharing your great advice ?
I totally believed myth number 1, I’m in my mid 30’s now so I’ve been using anti-aging products for about ten years now. That’s when I started seeing slight changes in my skin. Oh and I also believed a tan glow was healthy, oops!
Hey! Nice Post.
About Myth 1 – What is the average age you would say is a good time to start using anti-aging products?
Super helpful post by the way! :))
Thanks for the tips! My friend and I actually just had a recent conversation about looking into skin care products for anti-aging. I’m happy you recommended one that I can start with! Thanks again, Sona, always looking forward to your posts :)
I’ve always been skeptical about anti ageing skincare routines, i’ve always put it off but in the past few months i’ve actually been investing more in anti ageing products! This has been extremely helpful to me, i always look for new skincare tips. Skincare is very important to me, so yes, thank you so much Sona! xx
Thanks Sona, this helps a lot. I myself loooove skin care! I have to say that Myth 1 I was definitely guilty of believing lol. But thanks to your past posts and videos on YT I’ve implemented a a few things I’ve learned from you, like always wear sunscreen! Lol
Nice post. Indeed our eating habits have a great impact on our lives. If eat healthy then it appears in the result of glow on our skin but if aren’t have a healthy diet then our skins looks like we’ve having some illness. It effects our digestive system, mental health, blood pressure.
Eat healthy and stay healthy. :)
Very helpful. :)
I know that sun block protects us from ultra violet rays but I never tried any product properly as I have a very sensitive skin. Sona can you please recommend me any sunscreen?
This is my first time on your blog, Sona! Don’t know why I felt like announcing that haha but I have a question, I have medium toned skin and that means I have a decent amount of melanin so I’ve always thought I never needed sunscreen because skin with melanin is meant for the sun, so is it necessary to put it in my skincare routine now when I’ve never really used it?
Welcome to the blog! :) I think it’s always a good idea to include sunscreen in your skincare routine, regardless of your skin tone! Look for one that’s broad spectrum SPF 30+!
I’ve been really trying to get my skincare game on point & this really helps , I didn’t know some of these things . Thank you so much ! #snapchatfam
I have wrinkles and l am 25 ???? , but l’m trying to take care of my skin more now thank u , love ❤️ your blog and your youtube videos #snapchatfam
Hey Sona !!
Very interesting post obviously, even if I already know all of this ! Funny fact though, I just advise tip n°5 for a patient today (yes I’m a pharmacist) ! My patient had scars due to acne and she always keeps switching routine and use many products on her skin. My advise to her was to stick with basic routine : cleanser and moisturizer, and locally a product for spots if needed. Obviously I forgot sunscreen … Very hard to introduce in daily basis other than summer time !
Sophie xx
http://www.wanderandso.com
I’m guilty for believing in myth #3. Thanks to you Sona I became aware to always wear SPF. I’m obsessed with products that have an SPF but I still make sure to apply my Nuetrogena SPF before applying any other product on my face.
Simplifying my skin care routine has made such a difference ♥
Amy // Snippets of Amy
Great post ?? Over the past couple of months I’ve been really focusing on my skin because I have been getting really clogged pores under my skin and I cannot find a way to get rid of them. I do masks, clarisonic, cleansers, oils! If anyone has a suggestions it will be greatly appreciated:)
Thank you Sona, it was so helpful <3
I don’t even know whatever I know is myth or not anymore ? A while ago, I had more blackheads than usual so my dermatologist told me to stop using moisturizers. Yes it worked for the blackheads but now my face gets really dry and I don’t know how to balance that… #snapchatfam
Hi Sona! loved this post because one of my favorite subjects to talk about as a aesthetic doctor is skincare! these are pretty good tips everyone needs to know. And the most important step in skincare besides cleansing and moisturizing is Sunscreen! thanks and lots of love xox
I knew about these facts before, except the one about suntan. Even though I love being tan I have to take more care about my skin during sunbathing. Thank you Sona ?
Thanks Sona! I’m guilty of Myth 5 ??????
This post is so helpful!! Thank you so much Sona. I was guilty of Myth #2 .
thank youuuu sona #snapfam