5 Skin Products You Should Never Put On Your Face

. Acne, facial scars, and other dermatologic problems force you to treat your skin. But sometimes, the usage of several creams or masks full of chemicals can worsen your skin. According to the dermatologists, skin is one of the most sensitive parts of the body and it should be treated only by professionals. There are […]

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Acne, facial scars, and other dermatologic problems force you to treat your skin. But sometimes, the usage of several creams or masks full of chemicals can worsen your skin.

According to the dermatologists, skin is one of the most sensitive parts of the body and it should be treated only by professionals.

There are also some products you should never put on your face.

Which Are 5 Products You Should Never Put On Your Face?

1. REGULAR SOAP

Dermatologists aren’t big fans of “old school” bar soaps. “I never, ever use a harsh, regular soap as a face or body cleanser,” says Ellen Marmur, MD, associate clinical professor in the department of dermatology at Mount Sinai Medical Center. Dr. Marmur explains that regular soap strips the skin of essential nutrients; uses harsh, unnatural chemicals, and deprives the skin of essential moisture “leaving it rough, dry, and itchy.”

2. MINERAL OIL

Dendy Engelman, MD, of Manhattan Dermatology and Cosmetic Surgery in New York City, says: “Mineral oil can clog pores. This can lead to acneiform eruptions (acne resembling deep skin lesions), blackheads, milia (small skin cysts) – very undesirable results.”

Commonly-used mineral oils include liquid paraffin, liquid petroleum, paraffin oil, paraffinum liquidum, petrolatum liquid, petroleum oil, white mineral oil, and white oil.

3. PHYSICAL EXFOLIANTS

“I find that both for myself and my patients, physical exfoliation can lead to irritation and dryness, especially in colder months,” explains Meghan O’Brien, MD, a dermatologist at Tribeca Park Dermatology in New York City. Using abrasive pads or wipes “can also irritate skin conditions such as acne and eczema,” adds O’Brien.

4. COARSE FACE SCRUBS

“There is no reason to use abrasive face scrubs,” says Brooke Jackson, MD, Founder and Medical Director of Skin Wellness Dermatology Associates in Durham, North Carolina. “Most people who try them are acne patients, and you don’t scrub acne away.”

To avoid skin irritation, Dr. Jackson recommends using a cream-textured wash; using the hands to wash the face and a washcloth to dry off.

5. HOME CHEMICAL PEEL KITS

While at-home chemical peeling kits may seem like an expeditious and relatively inexpensive way to achieve flawless skin, it carries some significant risks. Scarring of the skin, blistering, swelling and allergic reaction are good reasons to consult with a dermatologist beforehand.

Experts note that “skin sags, bulges, and more severe wrinkles” do not respond well to chemical peeling. WebMD recommends seeking the counsel of a dermatologic surgeon to determine the appropriate type of treatment for these cases.

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