In today’s age of TikTok hacks, Instagram influencers, and YouTube beauty experts, new skincare trends appear daily. While some are beneficial and can improve your skin, others are harmful fads that can cause more harm than good. Not every skincare tip or trick you see online is safe or supported by experts. Some of these trends can harm your skin, create irritation, or result in long-term difficulties. Here are four skincare trends that you should never try, no matter how popular they seem.

(1)  USING LEMON JUICE DIRECTLY ON YOUR FACE

One of the oldest skincare mistakes is that some people think that putting lemon juice directly on their face can brighten it, lighten dark spots, or cure acne, and regrettably, it’s still popular today. Although lemons contain vitamin C, which is good for your skin, applying raw lemon juice is too harsh and can burn your skin. Lemons are very acidic, which can upset your skin’s natural pH balance and cause redness, peeling, irritation, and even blisters. If you want vitamin C in your routine, use a mild serum designed for your face rather than some homemade fruit.

(2) DIY TOOTHPASTE FOR PIMPLES

This is another trend that refuses to go. You might have heard or seen someone apply toothpaste to pimples to “dry them out overnight.” While toothpaste may feel minty and refreshing, it is not intended for use on the skin. In fact, it can worsen your pimples. Instead, utilise acne-specific treatments, such as salicylic acid or benzoyl peroxide. They’re safer and more effective.

(3) OVER-EXFOLIATING YOUR SKIN

Exfoliating helps remove dead skin cells, smooth out your face, and give you that fresh glow. But when you exfoliate too often, especially with harsh scrubs or strong chemical exfoliants, you damage your skin barrier instead of helping it.

(4) USING GLUE OR PEEL-OFF MASKS TO REMOVE BLACKHEADS

You may have seen this trend on social media: people use glue or incredibly powerful peel-off masks on their noses to “pull out” blackheads. It looks satisfying, but it is not safe. These products can strip your skin, removing not only blackheads but also microscopic hairs, natural oils, and layers of skin. If blackheads annoy you, try a salicylic acid cleanser or clay mask, or visit a dermatologist for professional treatment. Avoid strong peels, which cause more harm than good.

Using skincare products designed for your skin type and following safe, easy routines are the best ways to take care of your skin. You shouldn’t follow trends if they don’t suit your needs. Your skin is sensitive and should be treated with love, not subjected to harsh experiments.

 

Dorcas Akintoye
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Dorcas Akintoye is a versatile writer with a passion for beauty, fashion, relationships, and culinary delight. With a keen eye for detail and a passion for storytelling, she adds a touch of elegance to every topic she explores. She is a writer at THEWILL DOWNTOWN.