This post may have caught your attention because you think I can give you a tip on a common household ingredient that will make your skin perfect. However, I am here to tell you the exact opposite. Every day I am flooded with the newest trend of what household item to put on your skin – baking soda, lemon, petroleum jelly, and other skin-destroying, pore-clogging ingredients. I want my readers to know how to tell the good from the bad as they also get news of models who only put coconut oil on their faces, or any other trendy but ultimately destructive fad.
When you read an article toting the supposed benefits of this “all-natural, chemical free, inexpensive!” at-home treatment that will change your skin- well, be skeptical. First, check to see the source and if any dermatologists or estheticians were cited in the article. Look these people up to make sure they are reliable sources who have actually studied skin and skincare. Is the source a trendy magazine interviewing the biggest actress in Hollywood? Skip that one, or at least do more research to find out what estheticians and derms have to say.
Second, consider that not everyone has the same skin type. If a person already has great skin and never gets acne, they are more likely to be successful with a coconut oil treatment because it is so moisturizing and makes your skin glow. However, if you are acne-prone, your pores will clog and you will break out. If your skin is easily irritated, scrubbing with salt (or any other harsh household item) will leave your skin red, splotchy and inflamed. Maybe the person on the blog you read has incredible looking before and after pictures they are using to prove their success, but without knowing anything about their skin we can’t know if it will have the same effect on you.
If you are drawn to the idea of all-natural, chemical-free products, keep in mind that chemicals are not always bad. Water, salt, and other common ingredients are chemicals. It is best to find a trusted esthetician that uses high-quality organic brands and work with that person to find the best solution for your skin.
Finally, keep in mind that not every household product will destroy your skin. Honey, lavender, certain oils, and more do have real skin benefits. If you are interested in trying something like this, you should talk to your esthetician or derm – especially if you have problem skin. They will be able to advise you on which of these will work well with your skin type and how to use them.
Stop by Wax Me Boutique today to see our carefully selected products, ask all your questions about natural beauty products, and schedule a skin consultation! We would be happy to advise you and figure out the perfect skincare regimen for you.
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