13 Compelling Secrets the Beauty Industry Does Not Want You to Know

If you have noticed, celebrities are always looking stunning. Given the fact that some may be using cosmetic surgery to enhance their looks and fight ageing, there are many who look stunning in spite, of their age. The advantage is that such people have a whole army of beauty experts and consultants armed with a huge variety of knowledge of beauty and makeup routines both natural and synthetic to help the stars look the way they look. What many people don’t know and what the beauty industry won’t tell you so that you keep purchasing their products is that there are fundamentals of effective care which aren’t hard to abide by once you know about them. Read on:

1Don’t discount the benefits of sunscreen

You can’t hope to have healthy and beautiful skin without using sunscreen.  A cosmetic expert who once worked with Madonna, Mamie McDonald says that all other efforts would be of no use if you neglect sunscreen. Cosmetologists advise the use of sunscreen with a SPF of at least 30 that should be reapplied during the day.

2If you have skin inflammation, don’t over dry your skin

Many anti-spot creams contain the ingredient benzoyl peroxide which dries it a lot and irritates inflammation. It also increases sebum production. Alcohol also acts in a similar fashion so your spots aren’t going to recede in this way. Doctor Harold Lancer a cosmetologist advises exfoliating with salicylic or lactic acid and using clay-based cleansing masks instead.

3Don’t neglect your neck

This is one part of the body of a woman that can give away your age to anyone. That’s why it is very important to take care of your neck. The skin on your neck is always very thin and is also as delicate as your face. Always include your neck during facial care and you’ll be fine.

4Rub an ice cube into your skin

Doctor Ava Shamban, a dermatologist form Santa Monica says that applying an ice cube on your face and rubbing it for at least 10 to 15 seconds can prevent a dull complexion. This trick also increases circulation that oxygenates the skin making it start to glow and look radiant.