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We’ve all come throughout the seemingly countless viral skincare TikTok traits like “sunscreen contouring,” “face taping” and the ever-present, “this product will remedy your pimples.” Whereas these traits might be useful (and sometimes even enjoyable) they’re not all the time backed by science and may typically result in widespread misinformation. To separate reality from fiction we turned to Jewel, Woodhouse Spa’s lead esthetician and company coach.

Can toothpaste make a pimple go away?

“Utilizing toothpaste may cause a pores and skin response and make a pimple worse. Earlier than 2016, toothpaste had an ingredient referred to as Triclosan, which might assist dry out pimples; nevertheless, this ingredient has been banned by the FDA since 2016 and is not present in toothpaste. As an alternative, deal with with considered one of these: Benzoyl peroxide, Salicylic acid, or Adapalene.”

Is “sunscreen contouring” harmful?

“Don’t observe this development. To deliberately ‘tan’ contour strains in your face is unsafe.  Any pores and skin darkening from UV publicity is an indication of solar injury; subsequently, contour strains are solar injury markings and may result in melanoma.”

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Does taping your face stop wrinkles?

“Placing tape in your face primarily simply reminds you to not elevate your brows or crinkle the face, so it limits facial actions. Nonetheless, placing tape in your face is just not going to forestall wrinkles or crinkles; it merely acts as a reminder to make fewer facial actions.”

Can Neosporin be used to deal with pimples scars?

“Neosporin is just not dermatologist-recommended as a result of it carries the chance of an allergic response to its neomycin ingredient. Neosporin is just not suggested to deal with the micro organism that causes pimples. Pimples scars are primarily infected blemishes that developed discoloration when therapeutic. To deal with pimples scars, search for substances like vitamin C to cut back the looks of post-acne darkish spots, and salicylic acid to assist diminish scar texture.”

Does face rolling assist slim down your face?

“Face rolling focuses on complexion and decreasing puffiness. This isn’t a everlasting repair and won’t alter your jawline or face contour. 3 ways for facial slimming are Masseter Botox, chin filler, and/or cheek filler.”