Lipstick, mascara, blush, foundation, eyeliner and so on falls under the category of makeup. These are the makeups that most females use on a regular basis without knowing the actual side effects caused by makeup. Well, not all makeup has side effects if you know the correct way to use and remove them. Sometimes women tend to buy local makeups that lead to severe side effects on their skin. So today in this article, we will be discussing the various side effects of makeup and also will be mentioning the unhealthy makeup habits that should be avoided to stay safe in the long run. Let’s begin.
Unhealthy makeup habits lead to severe damage to your skin and are causes of various problems that you commonly witness in your day-to-day life. These problems include
- Acne
- Quick aging of your skin
- Dryness on your face
- Oilyness of facial skin
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Harmful side effects of makeup
Makeup is good if you know how much to apply, when to apply and how to remove them. If you have unhealthy makeup habits it can lead to several side effects.
1. Clogged pores
The first side effect caused by makeup is clogged pores. This is generally caused by the use of poor-quality makeup or forgetting to remove the makeup. The natural pores present on your skin get clogged due to this. Pores on your facial skin are responsible for maintaining the excretion of oil and sweat through your face, ultimately maintaining your healthy skin. If the makeup stays on your skin throughout the night and you forgot to remove it, the pores close down making your skin unhealthy. Clogged pores further lead to the development of various skin problems which include
2. Rashes on your skin
If you leave makeup on your face for a longer time it would lead to irritation of your eyes and skin. This is the reason your eyes start itching when you keep eyeliner for a longer time. If your skin is too sensitive you may even develop rashes. Rashes generally occur when the quality of cosmetics used is not good or not removed after a certain time.
3. Drying of skin
If you are not careful about washing your makeup before going to bed, leaving it overnight will definitely cause drying of the skin. Doing so, in the long run, will make your skin dry and unhealthy. This can lead to quick aging of your skin and prolonged use may also lead to wrinkles.
4. Sun damage
This generally happens when you don’t know when to use makeup and sunscreen. Generally, women tend to wear makeup and go out in the sun. This is wrong as you always should put sunscreen on your face to prevent your skin from getting tanned. Makeups do not protect your skin from the harmful rays of the sun, instead, they absorb the rays. A sunscreen with a high SPF value is necessary to protect your skin. Sun damage and makeup damage both works in coordination to fasten up the skin aging process.
5. Oily and dry skin
The type of skin you possess may change if you use bad-quality makeup. These makeups generally tend to make your skin either too oily or too dry. The changes depend on how much oil is present in the makeup and also its ingredients. If your facial skin seems too shiny after makeup or too scaly or dry after makeup then it’s big-time that you should change your makeup. You should improve your skincare routine and increase your water intake along with it.
Best ways to keep your skin healthy even after applying makeup
Here we are talking about good quality makeup. If you are someone who buys makeup from local vendors or non-brands then the only way possible is to shift to a better brand. Your skin is very important and you should never compromise on it. With that being said, if you are using makeup and cosmetics from a renowned brand here are the ways you can keep your skin healthy even after applying makeup.
- Always wash your face properly and ensure every bit of makeup is removed from your face before going to bed.
- Always use a face wash to clean your face and then do not forget to apply a moisturizer.
- Always wash your makeup brushes before using them to apply makeup on your face. Your makeup brushes may contain bacteria, sweat and using such brushes will lead to the development of pimples and acne.
- Always use sunscreens before going out.
- Always choose makeup products on the basis of your skin type.
- Do not share your makeups as sharing makeups increases the chances of gross infections and contaminations especially in this pandemic scenario.
- Always keep your body hydrated and drink lots of water to keep your skin healthy.
- Don’t forget to have a good sleep.
- A balanced diet and exercise is also necessary.
Conclusion
So these are the ways to keep your skin healthy if you are a regular makeup user. If you do not have a proper skincare routine you will definitely face the side effects caused by makeup. In winter months apply moisturizer instead of vaseline or any other petroleum jelly. Simple coconut oil can also be applied to remove dryness. If you have any other doubts regarding this you can definitely ask it out in the comments or you can also visit your nearest dermatologist.
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