Introduction: Can washing your face with rice water make your skin whiter? Can hemorrhoid cream help eliminate dark circles? No matter how exaggerated the beauty methods are, as long as they are related to becoming more beautiful, there are always women who are eager to try them first. But how credible are these shortcuts and rumors of miraculous remedies?
Sleeping on a cicada silk pillow cannot prevent wrinkles.
Myth 1: Sleeping on a cicada silk pillow can prevent wrinkles.
Truth: It won't. If we talk about anti-aging from the perspective of sleep, then your sleeping posture is more important. Basically, if you sleep on a pillow that is too high for a long time, it may excessively stretch the neck skin, causing premature neck lines. For those who habitually sleep on one side, when the facial skin is compressed for a long period, more fine lines will appear. Therefore, if you want to effectively prevent this, it's recommended to choose a pillow of moderate height and frequently change your sleeping posture. Alternatively, you can cultivate the habit of lying on your back in a starfish position.
Using Salonpas or applying medicine won't shrink pimples.
Myth 2: Using Salonpas or applying medicine will make pimples smaller.
Truth: It's all just an illusion. Dr. Li Shih-Hong, attending dermatologist at Chang Gung Hospital, said: Since Salonpas and topical medications contain small amounts of mint and other cooling ingredients to provide temporary soothing relief to local muscles or wounds, this cooling sensation offers no substantial help for red, swollen pimples or adult acne that need inflammation reduction. In fact, using Salonpas on pimples might cause the pustules to burst during removal, potentially damaging the surrounding healthy skin.
Using Nizoral shampoo can eliminate sweat spots on the back or underarms.
Myth 3: Using Nizoral shampoo can eliminate sweat spots on the back or underarms.
Truth: Don't think you're being deceived; this is indeed true. Dr. Li Shih-Hong said: Products like Nizoral, which are medicated anti-hair loss shampoos, usually contain a small amount of Ketoconazole, which effectively prevents or inhibits the growth of Malassezia fungi that cause sweat spots. So, if you have mild sweat spot symptoms, in addition to wearing well-ventilated clothing, using Nizoral for bathing is also a good choice. However, it must be reminded that if the condition is very severe, it is best to seek professional diagnosis and treatment from a dermatologist to avoid missing the optimal treatment period.
Applying toothpaste does not treat acne.
Myth 4: Applying toothpaste can treat acne.
Truth: That's too naive. Applying toothpaste not only cannot eliminate acne, but long-term use of this method may lead to folliculitis. Dr. Li Shih-Hong stated that fluoride in toothpaste is a highly irritating component to the skin. Not only does it fail to produce any effect on treating acne, it may even result in more severe acne reactions and trigger sensitive red rashes. If you want to effectively improve acne problems, apart from thorough daily cleansing and care, regularly changing towels and pillowcases, enhancing personal hygiene, and preventing bacterial growth are the best ways to prevent acne.
Applying fresh aloe vera after sunburn soothes and reduces inflammation.
Myth 5: Applying fresh aloe vera after sunburn soothes and reduces inflammation.
Truth: Yes! Aloe vera, rich in large molecular mucopolysaccharides and hyaluronic acid, is the best post-sunburn soothing and calming product. Especially, you can place the aloe vera in the refrigerator to enhance its cooling effect on the skin. For sunburned skin that needs immediate cooling, the natural gel of aloe vera can quickly repair and protect the skin while providing a prolonged cooling sensation to reduce swelling.