We're all constantly hearing of new beauty do's and don'ts, so sometimes it can be hard to tell the fact from the fiction and what works from what doesn't. But it turns out there are several common beauty-related "myths" out there that actually aren't as made-up as you may think. In fact, not only are they true, but they could change the way you approach your skincare and beauty routine altogether! Below, check out six common beauty myths, debunked!
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1. Rubbing your eyes cause wrinkles. Rubbing your eyes doesn't cause wrinkles directly, but the pulling can cause the delicate skin around the eyes to crease. So while rubbing your eyes every now and then won't cause a ton of wrinkles, doing so too often can.
2. Putting toothpaste on a pimple can get rid of it. Actually, the menthol in toothpaste can help dry out a blemish. But other ingredients in toothpaste can irritate the skin, so you should probably stick to other over-the-counter options.
3. Chocolate causes acne. Of course, eating chocolate all the time isn't good for you or your body. But chocolate itself doesn't necessarily wreak havoc on the skin. There actually isn't a definitive list of foods that cause acne, so the best thing to do is eat healthy and keep track of your diet so you can monitor whether one particular food clauses a flare-up.
4. If you wax instead of shave, your legs will stay smoother longer. Wax rips the hair out of follicles and if you continue to do that over a long period of time, some of those follicles will reach a point where they don't grow back. So if you continue waxing, it won't diminish hair growth, but it can help keep your legs stay smooth for longer.
5. Washing your hair with beer will make it stronger. It sounds made-up, but actually, the barley in beer is rich in vitamins that can help hair appear thicker and shinier overall.
6. Lip balms can actually dry out your lips. Constant use of lip balms can make your skin dependent on certain ingredients in the product, which are actually irritating, not moisturizing. So too much use can lead to further dryness, causing you to apply more.
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