When it comes to skincare, we all have our little vices that might be doing more harm than good. Whether it's the allure of expensive trends or the convenience of skipping skincare steps, these habits can prevent our skin from looking its absolute best. Today, we’re spotlighting seven major skin sins: sleeping in makeup, overpaying for trends, washing with whatever’s handy, skipping SPF, popping pimples, abandoning routines, and neglecting to reapply sunscreen. Let’s dive into why these habits are bad news for your skin and how you can level up your skincare game.
Sleeping in Makeup: Is it Really That Bad?
Absolutely! Sleeping in makeup is one of the worst things you can do to your skin. Makeup left on overnight clogs pores, potentially leading to breakouts and irritation. It also helps to speed up the aging process by exposing your skin to free radicals and preventing its natural repair process. The misconception that sleeping in makeup only once or twice is harmless couldn’t be farther from the truth. Make it a habit to remove your makeup properly every night, to let your skin breathe and rejuvenate.
Instead of sleeping in your makeup, we recommend incorporating the Holy Hydration! Makeup Cleansing Balm into your nightly skincare routine to easily remove makeup. This balm effectively helps to dissolve makeup, leaving your skin clean and refreshed. Gently massage it onto dry skin, rinse with warm water, and pat dry to ensure no residue is left behind.
Overpaying for Skincare Trends
Falling for the latest pricey skincare trends quite frankly, is just not worth it. Often, these products don’t deliver results proportional to their price tags. Instead, head on over to effective and affordable solutions like the Holy Hydration! Face Cream. It’s packed with skin-loving ingredients that assist in hydrating and nourishing without breaking the bank. Remember, good skincare doesn't have to be expensive.
Instead of breaking the bank to keep up with trends, we recommend adding the Holy Hydration! Face Cream to your everyday skincare routine. This cream offers moisture and nourishment, proving that you don’t need to overspend to achieve glowing skin. Massage a small amount onto clean skin to keep your skin feeling hydrated all day.
Washing Your Face with Whatever
Using random products like bar soap or hand soap on your face can strip your skin of its natural oils, causing dryness and irritation. It's essential to use a cleanser designed for facial skin, which maintains its delicate balance. The Holy Hydration! Daily Cleanser is formulated to gently yet effectively cleanse your skin, making it a no-brainer for your daily routine.
Instead of reaching for random products in your cabinet, add this face cleanser to your routine. This cleanser is affordable and specifically formulated for facial skin, providing a nourishing cleanse. Mix with water and lather a dime-sized amount between your hands. Massage onto your face in circular motions, and then rinse and pat the skin dry for hydrated and clean feel.
Can I Skip SPF In My Skincare Routine?
Skipping SPF is a cardinal sin in skincare. Sun exposure accelerates signs of aging, causes hyperpigmentation, and increases the risk of damage on the skin. Daily sunscreen application is non-negotiable, and we make it easy with our Suntouchable line. Help protect your skin every day, throughout every season.
Suntouchable offers a wide-range if products so that you can find the SPF that works best for you. Help protect from harmful UV rays with e.l.f.’s easy-to-apply, non-greasy-feeling sunscreen solutions. The Suntouchable Whoa Glow and Suntouchable Invisible Sunscreen offer sun protection and act as a makeup primer, providing the perfect base.
The Risks of Popping Pimples
Popping pimples might seem like a quick fix, but it can cause long-term damage. It leads to scarring, spreads bacteria, and can make breakouts worse. Instead, use products designed to manage pimples, like pimple patches! These clear, thin hydrocolloid patches help to flatten and visibly reduce the look of blemishes, while extracting impurities and protecting skin for faster healing.
Instead of picking at blemishes, keep Stick it to Zits Pimple Patches handy for when a breakout pops-up. Apply these clear patches day or night to help to protect skin for fasting healing.
Not Sticking to a Skincare Routine
With the amount of skincare products available, it can be overwhelming to stick to a routine. However, consistency is key to achieving and maintaining healthy-looking skin. Simplify your routine with the Holy Hydration! Collection, which offers a comprehensive solution for all your skincare needs.
The Holy Hydration! Collection helps to add and maintain moisture, keeping your skin feeling and looking hydrated all day . This line makes it easy to keep a consistent and effective skincare routine with products that work harmoniously together. The Holy Hydration! Hydrated Ever After Skincare Mini Kit is perfect set to get you started on your skincare routine.
Why it’s Important to Reapply Sunscreen
Applying sunscreen once isn’t enough. Protection diminishes after a few hours, especially with exposure to water and sweat. Reapplying sunscreen is crucial to maintain effective protection throughout the day. e.l.f.’s Suntouchable All Set For Sun offers a convenient solution that fits seamlessly into your daily routine, even over makeup.
The Suntouchable All Set For Sun was created with a spray applicator in order to make reapplying sunscreen easy and hassle-free, ensuring continuous protection without disrupting your makeup. This spray can also act as a setting spray, in case your forgot to apply SPF before applying your makeup.