Separating facts from myths can sometimes be an easy thing to do, especially when the question is whether or not it takes seven years for your stomach to digest bubblegum or figuring out if JFK really said he was a jelly doughnut to the Germans. When it comes to beauty rituals however, I find myself getting a bit confused.
Do I or don't I use hot water to wash my face? Do I need a cleanser? And a primer? And then the moisturizer and then a finishing product when it's all said and done? It doesn't help that there is a vast array of products constantly being developed, changing the myths into facts or vice versa. Lucky for us, Real Simple Magazine has put on their debunking hats and configured a list of myths and their truths. Here's my quick synopsis of the article, including my own thoughts.
Myth: Expensive beauty products = Better ingredients
RS Experts: Use what works for you.
Me: I completely agree with Real Simple's experts. I can't tell you how many times I've gone to the department store and purchased expensive moisturizers, cleansers, mascaras, etc. Was it worth it? Well, it varied. My moisturizer is my lifesaver. I need it. I love it. And I don't mind spending the bucks to buy it because I feel the difference. However, I have completely quit buying expensive mascara, eyeshadows, face wash and rouge. I used to think, because I had sensitive skin, I had to get a certain department store brand for everything, but then I realized, the $4 eyeshadow from Target worked just as well and my eyes didn't look puffy or irritated despite the product being cheaper. So, always figure out what works best for you, regardless of price.
Myth: "You have to suffer for beauty"
RS Experts: Yes & No, depending on why you're suffering.
Me: Totally agree. If you're injecting Botox into your face, that needle is going to hurt. Face lifts, liposuction, breast augmentations - those things are supposed to hurt because they are considered major surgery. But if your face wash is burning layers of your skin off, or those fabulous heels [you bought at a discount and love even more because of that] are causing your feet to swell and blister because they're too tight, then no, you should not be suffering for beauty.
Myth: "Less is more when it comes to your makeup and hair."
RS Experts: Agreed.
Me: Yes & No. I've tried doing the natural look with makeup using only powder and mascara, and it did not work. Instead, it took the normal amount of products but in different shades. However, if I'm going out for a night on the town, I will get "all dolled up" by adding eyeliner, a bolder shade of lipstick and an extra coat of mascara. With my hair, I stray from the Dolly Parton look and try to keep things simple. In fact, I don't use any products on my hair despite owning texture creams, mousse, hairspray, heat protectorates and de-frizzers.
No matter what, use beauty products to enhance your best features, regardless of brand or price and suffer only when absolutely necessary.
Happy Monday, Lovelies!
{Image by Kat MacLeod via Real Simple. For the full article, click here}
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