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Debunking skincare trends from a dermatologist 👀👇

From egg white masks to the infamous 'morning shed', we love debunking the most viral skincare trends 🧪 Scroll to find out what we think of the latest ones 📲

🍵 Matcha in skincare

Matcha might be the drink of the summer but does it work for skincare?

Matcha is rich in antioxidants, which can help protect the skin from free radical damage caused by UV exposure, pollution, and stress - all of which contribute to premature skin aging 🕰️

However, many matcha skincare products are cleansers or wash-off treatments, meaning they may not deliver antioxidants effectively into the skin. While professionally formulated matcha products can feel great to use, ingredients like:

🍊 Vitamin C
💧 Niacinamide
🌾 Ferulic acid
🌰 Vitamin E

have stronger clinical evidence for antioxidant protection and overall skin health ✨

🌿 Bakuchiol vs Retinol

Bakuchiol is often called a natural alternative to retinol and while it can help reduce signs of ageing, it’s not the same as retinol.

Retinol is still considered the gold standard for anti-ageing thanks to strong clinical evidence showing it improves fine lines, wrinkles, texture, and pigmentation 🌟

Bakuchiol is plant-derived and has antioxidant and anti-inflammatory benefits, while also being gentler on the skin and less likely to cause irritation or sun sensitivity ☀️

This can make it a good option for sensitive skin or those who can’t tolerate retinoids, but retinoids still have the strongest evidence for long-term anti-ageing results 🧪

☀️ Sunscreen contouring

“Sunscreen contouring” might be trending this summer, but dermatologists strongly advise against it 🙅‍♀️

The idea is to apply SPF to areas you want to keep bright while leaving other areas unprotected so they tan naturally, but any tan is still a sign of sun damage.

The same UV rays that cause tanning also lead to fine lines, wrinkles, dark spots, and increase the risk of skin cancer ⚠️

Plus, sunscreen contouring is unlikely to give consistent results due to uneven sun exposure and differences in how skin produces pigment. If you want a bronzed or contoured look, self-tanner is a much safer and more reliable option, while still wearing SPF50 daily ☀️

🥣 DIY skincare masks

DIY skincare masks made with ingredients like coffee, turmeric, yoghurt, or egg whites might seem harmless but most have very little scientific evidence to support the skincare claims made online.

While some people may notice temporary improvements, that doesn’t mean these ingredients are treating the root cause of a skin concern.

In fact, many DIY skincare hacks can irritate the skin or trigger inflammation ⚠️ Effective skincare relies on ingredients being carefully formulated to work safely and properly on the skin.

For glowing skin, stick to evidence-backed ingredients like retinoids, vitamin C, and hyaluronic acid ✨

🧖‍♂️ Morning shed

The “morning shed” is by far the most popular trend we’ve seen online recently, but many of the products involved have little scientific evidence behind them.

Mouth tape and jaw straps are often claimed to improve the jawline or facial appearance, but they don’t change fat deposits or skin elasticity, and mouth tape may even cause irritation or breathing issues ⚠️

Silicone wrinkle patches may leave skin looking temporarily smoother, but long-term benefits are limited unless they contain evidence-backed ingredients like retinol or hyaluronic acid 💧

For healthier, brighter, and younger-looking skin, consistently using proven ingredients like retinoids and Vitamin C is far more effective and a lot less effort 🙌

🗣️ Name: Fergus
❤️ Skin concern: Acne
⏰ Treatment length: 5 months

The testimonials and images are shared by our customers and express their personal views, opinions and experiences and are provided for information purposes only. Individual results may vary. Customers were compensated for sharing their experience.

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The testimonials and images are shared by our customers and express their personal views, opinions and experiences and are provided for information purposes only. Individual results may vary. Customers were compensated for sharing their experience.

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