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9 DAILY HABITS THAT ARE MESSING UP YOUR SKIN

We all know the basics, take your makeup off before bed, cleanse twice a day, don’t pick at pimples, use sunscreen religiously…But did you know there are some things we’re all guilty of doing every day that wreak havoc without us even realizing it? We spoke to top dermatologists about these daily skin damaging habits and this is what they had to say.
Sleeping on your side or stomach
It feels cosy to snuggle up under the duvet after a long day at work but pressing your face into your pillow or bed sheets can etch permanent lines into your skin. The best posture? Sleep on your back to prevent wrinkles, but if you HAVE to roll over, prop pillows on either side so that you’re not resting your body weight on one side of your face.
Using a cotton pillowcase
Cotton fibers are more absorbent and perfect for hot weather like ours but tend to be harsh on skin. Rubbing your face against cotton fibers can break down collagen under the skin surface and accelerate the development of permanent creases on your face. Cotton also traps dirt and oil so it’s important to change your pillowcase at least once a week, or more often if you have oily skin.
Over-exfoliating
Of course gently exfoliating your face daily is a good habit because it increases circulation, sloughs off dullness causing dead skin and boosts cell turnover. But—and that’s a big but—overdoing the scrubbing can cause redness, breakouts and irritation. Read more…
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