Too Much Skin Care

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You wake up refreshed in the morning with a smile, excited to start a new day. Little did you know a guest was waiting. You look in the mirror… right there! PIMPLE…aah!! A big red mark on your forehead.

Selfcare today is equivalent to skincare. It is a never-ending list of hyaluronic acid, niacinamide, moisturizer, lip masks, eye masks, sheet masks, face masks, lip scrubs, body scrubs, and essential oils. Nowadays, it is vital to have a day and night care regime. If you don’t, you don’t love yourself enough.

Source: http://desibeautyblog.com/skincare/4-easy-ways-to-pop-a-pimple-over-night/

HISTORY OF SKINCARE

Skincare and makeup have been around forever. The first evidence of skincare and makeup was found in Ancient Egypt. The Egyptian royalty took their skincare and makeup way too seriously.

In 3000 BC Egypt, the royalists and people belonging to the upper echelons of Egyptian society were crazy wealthy. They used makeup to look better, emphasize their feature, and help enhance their personality by appearing scarier or having a more innocent look.

Egyptians usually adorned long eyeliners and thick layers of makeup, which alleviated their look and protected their skin. The eyeliners were made of materials like lead and animal fat. Egyptians used natural stones to make eyeshadows and mixed them with wax.

Egyptians were also skincare enthusiasts, with servants plucking the body hair of their masters on various occasions. They used honey and oil as moisturizers. It is believed that Cleopatra took milk baths for a smooth and clear appearance. Romans and Greeks borrowed the same tricks and tips from ancient Egypt.

Source: https://beautytidbits.com/2012/05/5-shocking-beauty-secrets-from-ancient-world-history/

The first evidence of Cosmetology was found in the Indus Valley. People used to use skincare to appear beautiful and increase merit and status in society. There is evidence that both men and women used skincare in ancient India. One can even find references to beauty in the Mahabharata. When the Pandavas were in exile, Draupadi (their wife) worked under the queen of Virata- Sudheshna, as her ‘dasi.’ One of the scenes depicted in the Mahabharata shows an instance of Draupadi carrying a beauty box to the queen.

In ancient India, Lepas or Leps (Masks) made of various spices were recommended for different seasons. Even now, ‘ubtans,’ the oldest face mask known to man kin, is used in modern-day households as an alternative to capitalized skincare. One can also find several ingredient recommendations for hair growth in Ashtanga Hridaya-: one of the earliest Ayurveda books in India.

In short, skincare can be traced back to human existence.

WHERE DOES THE CRAZE EMERGE FROM?

Billboards with shining, glowing, absolutely perfect, spotless-skinned celebrities would be the simple answer.

Media has taken over our entire life, and so have the trends that come with it. According to a report, approximately 1.2 million influencers on various social media platforms are dedicated to spreading information about skincare.

Previously, skincare was considered exclusive to people approaching old age, but now it is targeted toward all audiences. According to a 2021 survey conducted in the USA, around 41% of skincare buyers are Gen Z alone. Skincare alone also constitutes a majority of Gen Z expenses in the US.

Celebrities often share tips on how to get a ‘flawless’ look on social media and various media platforms. They advertise this serum and that serum. Reality TV star Kim Kardashian is infamous for her 41-step skin routine.

SOURCE: https://www.thehealthsite.com/beauty/skin-care/dont-choose-your-skincare-products-based-on-trends-or-blogger-recommendation-dr-rashmi-shettyra-831916/

Today’s generation is obsessed with skincare and not aging. With anti-acne serums targeted at young people, anti-aging and peptide serums are targeted toward older audiences. With the trend around being ‘all-inclusive,’ people of all ages, sizes, skin colors, and groups are being used to entice customers.

USING WAY TOO MUCH

With the given figures, it is no surprise that today’s generation is overdoing skin care. Skincare is essential today. In often cases, people use a serum to fix pimples, another to get rid of dry patches, and another to get a glow. Not being erudite enough on the ins and outs of these ‘skin fixers’ ingredients list can do more harm than good.

 As much as the new beauty influencer trend #skincare has taken over social media, it has paved the way for misinformation. For example, certain products like hyaluronic acid and facial oils, Vitamin C, and AHA BHA are harmful skincare combinations that can harm the skin. Over-exfoliating the skin or overdoing chemical peels can cause microscopic tears in the skin. Instead of getting sweet and supple skin, one can end up with dry, irritated, and flaky skin.

Texture, pores, etc., are words that people hate to hear these days. The taboo of ‘pore visibility’ hasn’t just taken the makeup world but the skincare world by storm. People today are willing to go to any length to eliminate their pores and make their skin texture disappear. Collagen-based products promise a decrease in pore visibility. But what consumers do not realize is that these products are sold as ‘pore disappearing potions,’ which isn’t possible. The size of pores is determined genetically, meaning they can’t be shrunk.

SOURCE: https://theeverygirl.com/nighttime-skincare-routine/

It seems as if teenagers are picking up on every disastrous trend these days, and a new addition to that is skincare. Don’t get me wrong, caring for the skin is good and is even needed. Until one is in their mid-twenties, most require a cleanser, moisturizer, and sunscreen. But using heavy chemicals when one doesn’t have an element of problem in their skin can come in the way of skin development. Chemicals can also damage skin barriers, which can be hard to repair. Individuals suffering from a skin condition should set their phone aside and make an appointment with their dermatologists to steer clear from causing abuse to their skin.

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