11 Common Habits That Insensibly Affect Our Appearance

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Consider how many behaviors we perform daily that are automatic and routine. Unfortunately, some of these behaviors may be harming our appearance and health.

They may not appear to be hazardous at first glance, but their detrimental impact grows with each passing day.

Sitting in front of a computer and touching your face and chin

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I’m guessing you’re sitting in this same position, staring at the monitor. Throughout the day, we spend a lot of time in front of our computers and frequently touch our faces with our hands without thinking about it.

The hyoid bone is gradually displaced and blood circulation is disrupted when you support your chin with your arm. As a result, you may develop a double chin and your skin may age more quickly.

Touching your face with dirty hands can cause skin irritation and acne, especially if your skin is prone to acne. Blackheads occur on your face for a reason, and herpes can be contracted in this manner, and it is done so 80 percent of the time.

Keeping your legs crossed

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For people who have varicose veins or are at risk, this posture can be quite dangerous. As a result of the disruption in blood flow, health problems might arise swiftly.

Others’ “delayed” ailments include lower back pain and even genital organ pain. The pain is caused by incorrect spine posture, which puts pressure on the lower back. We don’t require that, do we?

Brushing your hair after a shower is a good idea.

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After showering, one of the most regular and nearly automatic tasks as brushing your hair. However, it is quite damaging to your hair. The reason for this is that wet hair is more sensitive than dry hair, and combing it causes damage. As a result, your hair will grow brittle over time.

Instead of rubbing your hair dry, gently pat it dry with a towel and let it air dry to keep its beauty. Start combing from the bottom, regardless of length, after your hair has completely dried.

 Binge-watching shows

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“I’m going to bed after one more episode!” The dangers of “blue light,” which emanates from TV displays and mobile gadgets, have long been discussed by scientists. It penetrates the skin’s inner layers and activates free radicals, forcing skin cells to create enzymes that degrade collagen.

Early skin aging and hyperpigmentation are the results of this. Dermatologists frequently comment on the bad health of the skin of “TV series fans,” even recommending the use of a UV-filtering lotion if you plan to spend a lot of time staring at your devices. Others say that blue light is on a different wavelength and that creams will not help.

The only option is to keep things as simple as possible.

Before heading to bed, check your phone

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The same blue light also suppresses melatonin production, which can throw your sleep routine off. We may not be aware of our sleep deprivation, but our bodies are – trust me! Furthermore, the immunological and endocrine systems can be significantly harmed in addition to “minor” cosmetic issues.

Let’s put our willpower to the test by putting our phones away at least one hour before night.

Applying sunscreen on your face only

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Even in urban areas, all of the lovely girls have learned that their skin needs to be protected from the sun. Some people, however, are unaware that the cream should be applied not only to the face, but also to the neck, chest, and hands. The more we age, the more vulnerable we are to skin damage caused by exposure to the sun.

And, of course, in terms of moisture and nourishment, we should remember to treat our chest and neck the same way we treat our face.

Correcting your brows and applying makeup right away

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Each movement of the tweezers creates a microtrauma and an entry point for infection. It’s important to remember this and avoid putting makeup just after brow shaping.

It’s preferable to use a gentle disinfectant to wipe the skin. Cleaning and washing your makeup brushes every two weeks is an excellent idea. Infection can also be spread by using filthy tweezers. As a result, they must be disinfected regularly.

Using powder to conceal greasy skin

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Is your T-zone gleaming? Let’s get it powdered! If you don’t want your pores to clog and pimples to occur more frequently, don’t do this.

The excess oil must first be blotted away using special blotting paper, and only then can the powder be applied. If you don’t wipe your skin before applying powder, all of the debris and oil will be trapped beneath the new makeup layer. This is harmful to your skin, causing clogged pores, breakouts, and inflammation.

Using scrubs

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Most cosmetologists aren’t big fans of our favourite scented scrubs. Exfoliation is misused, resulting in an increase in skin oil production while leaving the skin dry.

Scrubs can be replaced with lactic or glycolic acid peelings as a healthy alternative.

Chewing gum

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Chewing gum fans, we’ve got some terrible news for you. Chewing on something for a long time can cause your jaw to change shape. This may eventually result in alterations such as creases around the corners of your mouth, which are tough to remove.

A well-known dermatologist, Joel Schlessinger, suggests substituting a breath refresher, such as breath strips, sweets, or mouthwash, for your preferred chewing gum.

Bathing and showering in hot water

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For some people, the easiest way to relax is to take a very hot bath or shower. These ordinary “bathhouses,” on the other hand, do not provide any benefits to your skin. They have a sunburn-like effect on the skin, and the normal equilibrium is disrupted. As a result, inflammation, dryness, infection, and itching have developed.

Dermatologists recommend lowering the water temperature, minimizing the amount of time spent in the water, remembering to moisturize after bathing and opting for the “softest” shower products that are free of flavors, parabens, and harsh particles.

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