A POPULAR fake tanning trend can cause severe adverse reactions, according to an aesthetic doctor.
She warned that it’s important to consider the impact on physical health when deciding which beauty trends to embrace.
Dr. Anatalia Moore is a GP and skin specialist with over 11 years of clinical experience.
She has provided her clients with bespoke treatments for anti-aging, hair loss, excessive sweating, and skin conditions such as rosacea.
She told The U.S. Sun that having a dedicated routine is necessary for skin health but not every step seen on social media should be followed.
HYDRATION
“Some recent trends, such as skin flooding and slugging actually have some solid science behind them,” Dr. Moore said.
“They focus on layering products that provide key elements of skin hydration, in a way that allows the skin to absorb and then keep them there.
“For very irritated or dehydrated skin I often suggest finishing a night routine with a layer of Vaseline or adding in an extra hydrating step such as with a ceramide serum.
“Then a rich moisturizer such as one with shea butter or avocado oil to seal everything in.
“However, for oily or breakout-prone skin, this can often be too much, and lead to worsening breakouts and congestion.”
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“There is no denying active skincare and treatments that regenerate and repair skin are integral to really rejuvenating or preventing signs of aging,” she added.
SKIN CYCLING
The aesthetic doctor said overloading or using the wrong dosage of active ingredients can cause damage.
According to Health, skin cycling is a concept backed by dermatologists that involves switching up your skincare routine to give your face a break.
There have been billions of views on #skincycling on TikTok.
“I was actually very pleased to see skin-cycling getting coverage and being spoken about more,” Dr. Moore said.
Potentially the most dangerous trend at the moment is intranasal tanning sprays.
Dr. Anatalia Moore
“This is a method that doctors have been using for a long time to allow patients to add active ingredients in a way that minimizes side effects.
“They are both kept safe and are motivated to continue with products, having not been put off by often very irritating side effects.”
DIY TREATMENTS
Dr. Moore said social media can be useful for expanding people’s knowledge of treatments.
However, it’s important to be aware of specific skin needs and the science behind any chosen treatment.
She advises being cautious of the beauty procedures conducted at home as they may cause more harm than good.
“Where I really draw the line is at hacks that actually can lead to long-term damage to skin and physical health,” she said.
“At home, micro-needling is one such example, where roller devices commonly can introduce infection as well as cause scarring and pigmentation.
“I absolutely love medical grade micro-needling, for the natural healing that it triggers in the skin and the predictable results it can get for many skin concerns.
“But the titanium-coated sterile precision needles that only enter vertically into the skin are a world away from dragging a derma roller over your face.”
FAKE TANNING
Exposing skin to UV rays to get a tan can lead to sun spots, wrinkles, premature aging, and increase the risk of developing skin cancer, according to Healthline.
Influencers and online retailers have promoted tanning nasal sprays as a “safe and natural” alternative.
However, melanotan in these products can’t be legally purchased in countries including the U.S., UK, and Australia.
“Potentially the most dangerous trend at the moment is intranasal tanning sprays,” Dr. Moore said.
“Of course, a fake bake is preferable to sitting in the sun but please opt for a spray tan rather than this harmful trend.
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“The drugs in these products travel in the blood to all cells in your body and are very harmful to your essential organs.
“They are known to cause symptoms such as diarrhea, vomiting and internally cause kidney failure, liver damage and break down of muscle tissue which has lifelong implications.”
Dermatologist-approved anti-aging tips
Dermatologist Dr. Brendan Camp shared his dermatologist-approved tips with The U.S. Sun.
- Stop using tanning beds.
- Don’t use sunscreen to contour your face.
- Wear driving gloves to protect your hands from the sun. He likes Coolibar Gannett UV Gloves UPF 50+, $15.99 to $39.
- Exercise, stick to a healthy diet, and get enough sleep.
- Don’t drink excessively or smoke.
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