Skincare myths and truths

1. A skincare habit is achieved in one week. FALSE
A skincare habit is a routine or set of regular and frequent practices that people follow to maintain the health and improve the appearance of their skin, with results that are achieved after, at least, 28 days of repetition.

2. The skin breathes through the pores. FALSE
The skin is nourished, fed, oxygenated and breathes through the sebaceous and sweat glands. Pores are small holes in the skin that are related to genetic inheritance, nutrition and the environment. It is important to know that treatment creams penetrate through the sebaceous and sweat glands; not through the pores.

3. Neck, décolleté and hands deserve attention. TRUE
This trio that reveals the passage of time is called 'the forgotten ones'. To the first two you should extend the products applied to the face, to reduce wrinkles and lost of firmness. Ideally, hands should always be moisturized and protected from UV rays, with sunscreen all year round, to avoid blemishes and dryness.

4. Higher Vitamin C means better results. FALSE
High concentrations can cause skin irritation and may not achieve the desired effect, especially on sensitive skin. On the other hand, if Vitamin C is well dosed and not in excess, it has excellent results: antioxidant, anti-free radicals, depigmenting effect, provides luminosity and stimulates the synthesis of new collagen.

5. Do not mix skincare products from different brands. FALSE
Complementarity is a plus, as long as you know well what skin type you have, to avoid making mistakes in the choice. However, the advantage of using the greatest number of formulas from the same line, allows you to achieve better effectiveness in the results you are looking for, as these are enhanced.

6. Dry skin ages and wrinkles faster. TRUE
This skin type presents less epidermal thickness and water retention, as well as a deficit in sweat and sebaceous secretion. This causes it to tend to form lines and wrinkles. Prevention and the use of appropriate products restore the skin barrier, oxygenate tissues, stimulate collagen, increase skin hydration and elasticity.

7. It is best not to use retinol on sensitive or reactive skin. YES & NO
Retinol reduces wrinkles and delays skin aging, but in high concentrations it irritates some sensitive skin. An excellent natural alternative is Backuchiol, which reduces wrinkles and hyperpigmentation and is well tolerated in reactive skin. KUMIKO incorporated it into Matcha Repair Calming Complex, Anti-Wrinkle and Anti-Pollution Cream.

8. Facial masks are unnecessary. FALSE
The benefits of a good facial mask, hopefully with restorative technology, help correct the visible signs of aging, as well as daily wear and tear and photodamage to the skin. It is important that its active ingredients restore luminosity, firmness and intensely restructure the skin. It is advisable to apply it throughout the night or at least for 20 minutes.

9. You should start taking care of your skin at age 25. FALSE
In adolescence it is time to start using the appropriate products for this stage, which keep the skin’s balance in good condition. The first thing is to always clean and moisturize. At 20, it is ideal to add tonic in cleansing and treatment formulas. At 25, use nutrition and eye contour cream to prevent future problems.

10. If it is cloudy or raining, I should still use sun protection factor. TRUE
100%. It is proven that UVA and UVB rays penetrate clouds and rain and cause premature aging. In addition, blue light from screens is also harmful to skin health.

11.Micellar water cleans better than makeup remover wipes. TRUE
Wipes often drag impurities to other areas of the face, even causing infections and skin irritation. It is advisable to choose for a micellar water that does not irritate or cause unexpected reactions. ⠀

12. I shouldn’t clean my face if I haven’t put on makeup. FALSE
It is necessary to cleanse your face every day, once or twice, regardless of whether or not I wear makeup. The daily environment, pollution, sweat, dirt and accumulated impurities clog our sebaceous glands and skin pores.

13. Hot water is good for your skin. FALSE
It has been proven that it dilates pores more than recommended, with a vasodilating effect, which can cause redness and skin irritation. Also, dryness, itching and dermatitis. In addition, it attacks the hydrolipid layer that naturally protects our epidermis from external aggressors and keeps the pH in balance to avoid alterations in our skin.

14. Drinking water helps keep your skin more hydrated. TRUE
That’s right, but no more than 2 liters per day, which will not go directly to the dermis of the skin, but rather to other organs first, which will help cleanse our lymphatic system, therefore eliminating toxins that cause oxidation at the cellular level.

What happens when you clarify doubts related to skincare?

You access useful information with these benefits:

• Better understanding: To understand the concepts related to skincare and its implications.

• Error prevention: Helps prevent situations when selecting products or following a skincare routine, which can avoid problems such as irritation or adverse results.

• Promoting skin health: By accessing accurate information, you contribute to your own goal of achieving a healthier and more radiant skin appearance.

• Confidence and security: Making informed decisions is essential to distinguish and choose what is good for your skin.