Showering is a procedure that most people repeat by inertia, like brushing their teeth. And none of them even thinks that doing it wrong.
At least one out of ten reasons is to abandon these habits right now.
1. Ignoring moisturizers
As though manufacturers of shower gels did not try to assure all that their creations do not dry the skin, it still needs moisturizing after contact with water. To minimize the effect of dryness and tightness of the skin, you need to apply lotion or low-fat cream for the body immediately after using the towel for the intended purpose.
2. Acquisition of the cheapest shampoos and shower gels
Despite the abundance of flakonchiki on the shelves, you want to automatically swipe into the basket the most inexpensive or economical of them. Cheap shampoos and gels (especially in a large format!) Do not contain useful substances - but in composition they look like washing powders and dishwashing gels. Organic cosmetics on natural extracts can not be cheap, but it does not contain sulfates and parabens that provoke skin and breast cancer.
3. Wash under hot water
In the cold season and want to keep warm under the hot water from the shower? It is not necessary, because it contributes to sudden vasospasm, early skin aging and its overdrying, as well as the development of hypertension. The temperature of the water should be comfortable for the body, and not cause a desire to jump out of the bathroom as soon as possible.
4. Rare change of washcloth
Everyone remembers that you need to change the toothbrush frequently, but no one even thinks that the bast is the same personal hygiene item. She "remembers" the dead skin particles, the remains of shower gels and body scrubs, and at the same time - "stores" the pathogenic bacteria in such a supportive environment. Regardless of whether a sponge or sponge is made of natural fibers or artificial, you need to buy a new one every six months at least.
5. Applying shampoo and conditioner to the roots of hair
Of course, this is a classic way of using the product, but dry hair and sensitive scalp are not ready for such aggressive contact with detergents. In order not to violate the water-fat balance, a small amount of shampoo should be foamed beforehand in the palms of the hands and then spread it over the hair. The conditioner can not be applied to the roots for the opposite reason: its dense texture zhirnit roots and speeds up the contamination of the hair.
6. Manic desire to fight bacteria
Antibacterial soap and shower gel can be called one of the worst inventions of mankind: in an attempt to prevent the spread of dangerous microorganisms, fans of disinfecting hygiene products are at great risk. The natural immunity of the body is weakened, because antibacterial components do the work for it. When there is a real danger - a person is powerless before the viruses and fungi.
7. Constant experiments with cosmetics
Facial and body care products contain a huge variety of natural and chemical components, each of which plays a role - cleans, nourishes, moisturizes or smoothes. Frequent replacement of any of the beauty products increases the risk of becoming a victim of an allergic reaction.
8. Non-compliance with expiration dates
This seems surprising, but most girls who carefully study the packaging of cosmetics before buying, do not follow the terms of its storage. The increased humidity in the bathroom does not contribute to its safety. The average shelf life of the shower gel or shampoo is 1-2 years. It is also possible to understand that it is time to buy a replacement, if the agent has changed the smell, color or consistency.
9. Using a shampoo that does not affect the hardness of water
Means for softening hair like foams, creams and indelible whey are needed by girls who ignore the rule of using only soft water for washing hair. In most countries, tap water flows from the tap, making the strands lifeless and disobedient. Therefore, to tame the "crow's nest" on the head need not a battery of cosmetics, but only one water softening shampoo.
10. Too frequent and thorough washing
Purify the skin with the help of gels or foams cosmetologists recommend not more than 2 times a day, even if the skin suffers from increased fat content. In other cases, washing should be replaced using micellar water or cream to remove makeup. Daily scrubs, which are offered to care for problem skin, generally contribute to the spread of acne, so they should be put aside.