top 10 Skin myths

Cosmetics and beauty lies mistakes - what is right and what is not?
The Hair Company reveals the biggest myths, lies and mistakes in the field of cosmetics, with a surprising result.

1) What is expensive, must be good

Not true - the use of high quality raw materials naturally increases the production and hence the final price. Nevertheless, the price is not a reliable quality feature and not all expensive creams is actually delivered what they promise.

2) Dermatologically tested products are compatible

Not true - the vast majority of products with the slogan "dermatologically tested," "allergy tested", "clinically tested", etc. advertised. This statement does include that was tested but not with what results.

3) Baby care products are very mild

Not true - While baby care products contain far fewer ingredients than regular cosmetics and drugs, making them compatible at first sight, is of perfume, mineral oils and preservatives, but again not always saved.

4) Cosmetics from the pharmacy is healthier

Not true - consumers have more trust in people, who expect the white coat and skin-friendly amenities. Sorry, but may be included under the code name "pharmacy" far more chemical hazardous materials in the products.

5) Natural cosmetics contain only natural ingredients

Not true - Each manufacturer is allowed to adorn themselves in principle with the word "natural" or "Natural Beauty". Initial certification "Certified Natural Cosmetics" gives information about the quality. Sorry, there are natural substances such as plant essential oils or preservatives no less problematic for the skin.

6) Special cosmetics for skin blemishes helps

Not true - Even products that tout the addition of "non-comedogenic", may contain substances which promote the development of skin blemishes still.

7) Modern make-ups do not clog the pores

Not true - Any commercial make-up, no matter which category, except the true mineral make-ups and a few natural beauty products, consists largely of silicone and mineral oils, they clog the hamper pores, the natural skin respiration and can the development of skin imperfections . favor

8) Creams to remove wrinkles

Does not - unfortunately so far remove any cream wrinkles. On the contrary: Many creams contain substances that cause wrinkles even further.

9) Creams may reduce wrinkles

Not true - Even through the use of the best creams, can the depth of wrinkles by more than 10 microns reduced. Correct folds are approximately 300 microns deep. In other words: you can not perceive at all the mitigation of the folds with the naked eye.

10) The skin needs a day and night care

Not true - divide creams through newspapers and believe at night would the skin absorb more active ingredients, from a dermatological point of view makes no sense. This myth is a more sophisticated strategy of the cosmetics industry.