Our faces tend to be the most fragile of all the parts of our skin. Simple motions that might be a staple part of your daily routine could be causing more harm than good. Therefore it is important to stamp out these beauty mistakes at the get go to prevent excessive skin ageing or unnatural loss of elasticity.

We at Beauty Insider have the best tips and tricks to help ensure that you prevent the premature ageing of your skin. 

Q: Is Exfoliating Doing More Harm than Good? 

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A: The short answer? No. Exfoliating is important for your long term skin health. One of the reasons why pores become larger with age or they get clogged is because there is a layer of dead skin cells and grime that sits on the top layer of your skin. This is a classic beauty mistake.

One of the reasons why pores become larger with age or they get clogged is because there is a layer of dead skin cells and grime that sits on the top layer of your skin. This is a classic beauty mistake.

If this layer is not removed, it is hard for serum and other lotions to penetrate and get past through to the deeper layers of the skin. Using a daily scrub at the end of the day is helpful for removing build up on your face.

However, do not excessively rub and use harsh chemicals to exfoliate your face, They will drag or irritate your skin in the long run- yet another beauty mistake. Avoid the eye area whenever possible as that tends to be the most sensitive part of your skin. 

We recommend Clarisonic for a cleansing tool that does the job thoroughly. and keeps your skin clean and exfoliated. 

Q: Can Facial Massage Rollers Reduce Skin Elasticity? 

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A: Yes they can! Excessively massaging your face can make your skin lose its own natural elasticity. Creating a more v-shaped face might be a good short term goal. However, it can also damage your skin texture and create more problems in the long run. 

Facial massages should be used by people who have poor blood circulation and often find themselves with dull skin lacking in tightness. For those, massaging can help generate blood flow and promote healthy cell growth by creating a conducive environment for this is to occur. 

One of the things that is important to remember is that Asian skin is different from Caucasian skin. While Asian skin might appear to stay young for longer, it is also more prone to becoming saggy over time. Fight the signs of ageing by being aware of the daily pressures you are putting your skin through. 

Q : I’m not used to IPL should I stick to Waxing my Underarms? 

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No! Waxing though great for a time effective pinch, is not a fabulous method for long term hair removal. Using wax for daily use is a classic beauty mistake. Though it aims to pull hair from the root, Unfortunately, it can sometimes cause to in-grown hairs and contribute to bacteria build up. 

Waxing can also lead to irritated skin that can become red and bumpy over time. Dry and irritated skin are all signs that waxing is affecting your overall skin health. Though there are a multitude of ways to remove unwanted hair we find that waxing is not the preferred choice.

We have the best of IPL right at our fingertips here in Singapore so why not check out these salons listed here.