By Kiya Sama
There are many misunderstandings about what is good for the skin. Our preoccupation with the signs of skin aging can lead to some odd notions. Here are some of the common myths about skin:
MYTH: Dry skin causes wrinkles.
FACT: Whether skin is dry or oily has no influence on wrinkles. Wrinkles are caused by the breakdown of protein fibers in the substructure of the skin, as a result of aging or sun exposure.
MYTH: Sunscreen is only for days at the beach.
FACT: A daily application of SPF 15 sunscreen is the second best antiwrinkle treatment available. The best is staying out of the sun, particularly between 10:00AM and 2:00PM. Using sunscreen product is sufficient. Women who apply an SPF15 moisturizer and a foundation with sunscreen are getting no additional benefit and may be inviting skin irritation.
MYTH: Steaming your face opens the pores and allows for a better shave.
FACT: Steaming the face actually closes the pores by plumping up the skin around the pores. It's best to shave after washing the face in warm water and after shaving cream has further softened the skin on the face or legs.
MYTH: A rigorous daily scrub is good for the face.
FACT: As part of its biological cycle, the skin is continually sloughing off dead cells to make way for new cells in the epidermis. Exfoliating products or "cell-renewal agents" are good in moderation to enhance this natural process, but once a week is normally sufficient. Scrub products should never be used on blemished or irritated skin.
MYTH: Flaking is always a sign of dry skin.
FACT: Too much moisturizing can actually inflame the oil glands and create irritation and flaking.
MYTH: Facial exercises and facial massages can prevent wrinkles by toning the muscles.
FACT: Sagging skin and wrinkles due to a loss of support in the substratum of the skin - not because facial muscles are relaxed or have a lack of tone.
KiyaSama is an author on http://www.Writing.Com/ which is a site for Writers.
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