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Everyone has a bad habit.
That said, some quirks are worse than others, particularly when it comes to yourbeauty routine.
Think of them as your New Year’s “glam-o-lutions.”
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You want to change your pillowcase often, and confirm to wash your face before bed.
If you’re just too tired to cleanse at night, cheat.
“Keep a container of cleansing towelettes by your bedside.
We’re all guilty of hanging ontothat bladetoo long, butDr.
Whitney Bowe, board-certifieddermatologist,says this habit could cause serious issues.
“It’s also important to rinse your razor out thoroughly.
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“The formula can break down, rendering the product less effective.”
Solano suggests pairing cleansers down to two.
This is a particular sore spot for Jin Soon Choi, celebrity manicurist and creator ofJINsoon Nail Products.
“A surprising number of people bite their nails and pick at theircuticles,” she says.
“Moisturizing your nails and cuticles prevents hangnails and the temptation to bite them.”
“It has a very strong smell, yet it moisturizes thoroughly.”
Sweaty makeup is never as cute as you want it to be.
“From an aesthetic standpointunless you’re wearing waterproofit might be dripping down your face.
“When you’re hot, the body naturally cools by sweating and sweat escapes through your pores.
If you have a layer of makeup over those pores, it’s causing a blockage.
“It creates stress on your locks and adds to oil build up.”
Chaplin recommends keeping a small smoothing brush along with a detangler in your purse.
“No twisting, touching, playing, or using your dirty mitts on your locks!”
“A tan is a sign the skin has already been damaged.
It makes a big difference!”
Try gentle sunscreens like Drunk Elephant Umbra Sheer Physical Defense SPF 30 ($34,Sephora).
What’s the most common skincare mistake?
Forgetting to bolster your sunscreen withantioxidants.
The most effective anti-aging secret is the use of an antioxidant paired with sunscreen every single day.
These serums reverse free radical damage and give an added layer of protection.”
So beautiful, but so bad for you.
Plus it destroys the cuticle, causing dryness and frizz.
