3 Common Skincare Myths

What you need to know to debunk them

Oily skin does not need moisturizer 

Truth: Oily skin requires moisturizer just like any other skin types. Often times, people use moisturizer that is too oily for their skin type, and so they neglect moisturizer altogether. When this happens, the skin over produces oils to compensate for the lack of moisture.People with more oily skin types should use moisturizer, but a light oil free moisturizer.

 Our Solution: Oil Control complex. This moisturizer is designed for individuals with acneic or oily skin conditions. It is very lightweight and has antibacterial properties to decrease surface bacteria and subsequent acne.

Sunscreen is not necessary on cloudy days 

Truth: The sun’s damaging rays shine through even on cloudy days. Although there is not a harsh sun beaming down on you, UVA rays are still getting through the clouds. These are the rays that cause the harmful aging effects. Our solution: A moisturizer with SPF should be applied every day. But this does not mean that you have to slather on the thick cheap-o sunscreen you wear at the beach. Many high end light moisturizers now have SPF ingredients. Incorporate SPF application into your morning routine; make it just like brushing your teeth. Everyday morning application will keep you safe from harmful UV rays, if your sun exposure is limited throughout the day.

Our Solution: Skin smoothing and Everyday SPF Elaine Sterling offers two forms of SPF in our everyday SPF and our Skin Smoothing SPF. Both are excellent moisturizers that go on light and smooth.

Redness is great for my skin, it means the products are working. 

Truth: Redness is a sign of irritation, too much irritation on your skin can cause over sensitization of the skin. This makes your skin very sensitive to sun and products in the future and makes it harder to heal your skin. While redness may accompany exfoliation, it should be a skincare goal. 

Our Solution: Our Vita C microexfoliant is a great way to exfoliate and nurture your skin at the same time. Our two step process ensures that you get full exfoliation, but with little irritation. Our stable form of vitamin C (magnesium ascorbyl phosphate) is a more stable and less irritating for of Vitamin C. This is a great option for anyone with sensitive skin that is afraid of exfoliation. The tiny crystals are gentle on the skin but provide a good basis for mechanical exfoliation to remove dead cells.