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Bad beauty habits you didn’t know you were doing!

Sometimes you can’t help a habit, they just happen after all. Would you change a beauty habit if you were told it’s actually bad for you? Here are bad beauty habits you didn’t know you were doing and tips on how to stop.

Sleeping with makeup on

This one may not be new to some of you, but sleeping with your makeup on can be the result of some troublesome skin, especially if your skin is more blemish prone. Not removing your makeup will not only ruin your pillowcases, but it will also result in your pores becoming clogged eventually leading to blemishes such as spots and blackheads. With all that set aside, there is also the added worry that leaving makeup on whilst you sleep will in-fact speed up ageing! Your skin rejuvenates itself whilst you sleep and having a barrier of foundation to combat will slow down the regeneration of collagen production and ridding the skin of aggressors, such as pollution, therefore making your skin age quicker. You’ll find you get a better night’s sleep with a freshly cleansed face, so try it out, before you pass out!

Not using a moisturiser at night

As previously mentioned, your skin rejuvenates itself whilst you sleep. It takes a total of 8 hours for the skin to natural cleanse away any aggressors and daily toll your skin had suffered. 8 hours though… I don’t know about you, but I can’t remember the last time I had 8 hours of sleep. This is when a nightly moisturiser comes into play, you will find night moisturisers are formulated differently and packed full of anti-oxidants, vitamins and minerals that will give your skin a helping hand. Even if you don’t get more than six hours sleep the moisturiser would have worked overtime leaving your skin healthy and happy! Oh, and before you just grab any old moisturiser avoid ones with SPF designed to use during the day as SPF has a habit of clogging pores and making them enlarged!

Combing your hair when it’s wet

Yes, I know, this one even shocked me when I found out! Our hair is at its weakest when it is wet. If you have fine hair that is prone to breaking easily, give it a spray with smoothing and detangling product and leave it to dry. Once your hair is completely dry that is when you can give it a brush with a wide-toothed comb. The fall out will be a lot less and you’ll find your hair looks super shiny after dry brushing.

Dirty makeup brushes giving you spots

Believe it or not, those pesky spots that just don’t seem to leave may be reoccurring from using dirty makeup brushes! Bacteria would have a field day nestling happily in the bristles of your makeup brushes passing germs back and forward onto your skin. You may find spots appearing on areas where you apply bronzer or blush. It’s best to use a disinfecting brush cleaning spray often and give them a good, deep clean every 2 weeks. We have previously shared with you how to clean your brushes on the blog, click here to take a closer look.

Not using sunscreen every day

Well, it makes perfect sense to layer up on sun cream before a day of sunbathing, but you don’t get to do that every day so there’s no point right? Afraid not… the sun is something you really need to protect yourself from daily. You can either use facial sunscreen or use a moisturiser with an added SPF. Even on a cloudy day the sun can penetrate through, it’s best to be safe than sorry! There are two types of UV rays in the sun, UVA and UVB. One important thing to remember is that UVA is the ray that causes the skin to age and it can penetrate through glass and water, and UVB burns the skin. So even on a gloomy looking day in the middle of winter, those rays can still get you, so stay sun safe!

Grubby phones

You may have heard before that there are more bacteria on your mobile phone than on a toilet! Pass the sick bucket immediately! Thinking about it though that really is no surprise, just take a moment to think about everywhere your phone goes and what it comes in contact with. Pressing it up to your ear whilst having a long old chat to your bestie could result in germs making their way onto your skin, which of course will result in spots and blemishes. All is not lost, so before you throw that expensive piece of technology in the bin, get some anti-bacterial wipes that are safe to use on your tech gadgets and you are good to go!

Heading off to bed too late

I have previously mentioned before how our skin naturally restores itself whilst we sleep and how using night moisturisers will help a great deal too. What you may not know it that your skin has an idea of what the time is and kick starts it’s rejuvenating work as soon as your asleep. Say for example you head off to bed at 11 pm, by 2 am collagen production and natural detoxifying is in full swing and leaves you looking fresh and rested by morning. If you stay up until midnight or later, your skin doesn’t get enough time to work its magic. So give it some help and head off for some shut-eye at a reasonable hour. You can always record Game of Thrones and dodge spoilers the following day, at least that’s the trick we do anyway…

Ignoring your dehydrated skin

It doesn’t really matter how much water you drink throughout the day, your skin is always the last to see the benefits. Unfair I know as it is our largest organ and encounters a number of battles every day, from the elements, weather, pollution, the list is endless. It’s no surprise that our skin can get thirsty! Every skin type can become dehydrated and using topical products has been known as the best way to add moisture back into your parched skin! This is why we formulated the Marine Moisture Mask to contain an entire 25 ml bottle of serum to really fill the skin up with a powerful blend of active ingredients to nourish the skin! So, don’t ignore your thirsty skin and give it some TLC.

There are some bad beauty habits you didn’t even realise you were doing! We can’t lie, a number of them had us a little shocked too!

DQH Can I use salicylic acid first and then vitamin C? It’s easy to create a skincare routine, but knowing how to use it is another thing entirely. In most cases, if you’re not getting the desired skin results, it could be due to the layering of conflicting ingredients. So, is it possible that salicylic acid and vitamin C are such ingredients? Or are these active ingredients the duo that’s been missing from your skincare routine? If you want answers, stick around because today we are going to explain the benefits of salicylic acid and vitamin C and how they can be used in your daily life. What are the benefits of salicylic acid for skin? Salicylic acid is one of the most commonly used beta hydroxy acids and is favored by many people with oily, acne-prone skin. This acid is derived from willow bark, and unlike its water-soluble relatives (called alpha-hydroxy acids), salicylic acid is oil-soluble, which means it can penetrate deeper into the lower layers of the skin. Once it reaches the lower layers, it can help unclog pores of excess sebum, dirt, bacteria, debris, and impurities. This results in clearer skin tones and greater definition. Not only does salicylic acid benefit the underlying layers, but the outer surface of the skin benefits as well. When applied to the skin, salicylic acid removes the buildup of dead skin cells. This is accomplished by breaking the bonds that hold dead cells to the surface. Over time, this can cause the complexion to look dull and prone to acne, blackheads, and other blemishes. If you’d like to learn more about salicylic acid and how it can improve your skin, check out this dedicated blog post from a beauty insider. What are the benefits of vitamin C for skin? Vitamin C is considered one of the most powerful antioxidants, which means it is very effective at fighting free radicals and preventing them from causing further skin damage. Examples of free radicals include pollution, central heating, UV rays and harsh climate. They attack proteins, fats and cell membranes as soon as they come into contact with the skin, causing signs of premature aging such as fine lines and wrinkles as well as hyperpigmentation, flaky patches of skin and loss of elasticity. Many people usually prefer to use vitamin C in their morning routine as this ingredient gives the complexion a radiant glow. You’ll also find that vitamin C can target areas of hyperpigmentation, plumping the skin and reducing the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles. The thing about vitamin C is that there are a lot of outdated studies going back to the 1950s that describe vitamin C as an unstable skin component. Thanks to improvements in modern technology, this is no longer the case as all products now contain a stable form of vitamin C. Visit The Beauty Insider to learn more about vitamin C. So please check out our blog post. Can I use salicylic acid first and then vitamin C? Yes, you absolutely can. In fact, it’s thought that using salicylic acid before using vitamin C ensures it penetrates faster and works faster. This is an efficient way to utilize two power sources, and the reason has to do with pH. For example, the skin’s natural pH is about 4.7, making it slightly acidic. Salicylic acid and vitamin C are also both acidic, and you’ll find that vitamin C is absorbed quickly into the skin. Therefore, using salicylic acid beforehand can increase the acidity of the skin and allow vitamin C to penetrate into the skin faster. While this is considered an effective way to combine two powerful ingredients, you need to be aware of your skin type and how it reacts to certain active ingredients. Even people with perfect, normal skin can experience skin sensitivity and irritation. Therefore, always consult a doctor or dermatologist before using any new products on your skin. It’s also important to follow skin application rules. In this case, you need to use the product correctly to ensure you get the best results for your skin. If you’re not sure what I mean, the basic rule for skin is to start with the thinnest consistency and work your way up to the thickest consistency. This prevents a barrier from forming on the surface, preventing other active ingredients from penetrating the skin. Can I use salicylic acid at night and vitamin C in the morning? Yes, absolutely, this is considered the most effective way to get returns without any adverse side effects. This is because there is enough time between applications to ensure that the skin’s pH levels return to balance. You’ll also find that Vitamin C is rich in antioxidants and is perfect for use in the morning to ensure your skin is protected and looking its healthiest. Due to the small size of salicylic acid molecules, it is an acid that is able to reach the deepest parts of the skin. While this is effective at keeping skin clear, it also increases the risk of irritation and photosensitivity. Therefore, many people prefer to use powerful BHAs in their evening routine without exposure to UV rays, pollution, or harsh weather. Warning: If you avoid using sunscreen every day, none of these ingredients will do what your skin needs. The combination of chemical peels and powerful ingredients increases the risk of further damage to the skin’s surface. Use SPF 50 every day to keep your skin protected and your lipid barrier healthy, even on cloudy days, keeping your skin in top condition.

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