10 popular beauty products that are a waste of money

Many women use different beauty products and regularly add new ones to their collections. But popular products don't always work as advertised. Thus, they do not show results and become a waste of money.

At Pictolic, we decided to find out which beauty products are almost useless - so there's no point in wasting money on them.

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1. Jade roller.

The jade roller is believed to have been in use since the Qing Dynasty. The Chinese believed that jade had calming and healing properties. In 2018, videos were at their peak of popularity. Beauty gurus claimed that they help cleanse the skin of toxins, reduce puffiness, erase wrinkles and stimulate collagen production. But dermatologists say that the only plus of such a roller is a message that can be carried out using a different technique, without using a special device. In this case, the roller should be thoroughly cleaned, as particles of skin and other substances accumulate on it. A dirty roller can easily infect your skin.

2. Glitter face masks.

Not only is this mask bad for you or the environment, but the plastic that gives you that shine can damage your skin. The shiny particles are irritating, especially for people with sensitive skin. According to dermatologists, the mask can be abrasive.

3. Peeling gel.

By applying a peeling gel, you can literally feel how the gel removes dead cells and other impurities from the skin. In fact, the resulting lumps are cellulose, which is part of the product. The peeling gel does not actually exfoliate, but gently cleanses. Dermatologists believe that you should consult a specialist before using the gel, especially if you have eczema, acne, rosacea, or other skin conditions.

4. Snail therapy.

Many Korean skin care products contain snail mucin. The mucus secreted by snails supposedly moisturizes the skin well. There is even a special procedure - treatment with snails. Snails are placed on the patient's face and they crawl over it. However, researchers say the benefits of mucin need more research before they can be officially claimed to be good for your skin.

5. Some homemade face masks.

There are many articles on the Internet where users describe homemade masks made from ingredients they have at home. Some of them are useful, others are useless, and some are even dangerous. For example, you should never use hydrogen peroxide, coconut oil, or nail polish in masks, although these ingredients are often found in many popular homemade masks.

6. Exfoliating masks.

When you remove an exfoliating mask, the adhesive can damage the top layer of skin by simply tearing off part of it, which can make things worse for you. This damage leads to a weakening of the skin's natural barrier. This barrier protects the skin from external influences and helps retain moisture, and when damaged, the skin becomes more prone to inflammation and irritation. In fact, there are many other ways to unclog pores and remove sebum.

7. Thermal water.

Despite the fact that thermal water is very popular, its benefits have not been proven and this product can be called practically useless. The main study was carried out with the support of companies producing this water. A 2015 study suggested that it could help treat chronic inflammatory skin conditions, but felt that more research was needed. At the same time, dermatologists believe that you should not moisturize the skin with water too often - on the contrary, it contributes to its dryness.

8. Skin care products for the intimate area.

There is an opinion that only soap with a certain pH level should be used for intimate hygiene. This is based on the fact that the intimate area has a different level of acidity, so ordinary soap can cause irritation. However, when we talk about this kind of hygiene, we are only referring to organs located outside the body, which means that ordinary soap is also suitable for maintaining their health.

9. Henna.

Since childhood, we believed that henna hair coloring is completely safe for our health. But not everything is so simple. Henna is indeed a natural dye for skin and hair. But not all henna is equally safe. It is better to avoid the so-called black henna. The chemical additives in this dye can cause allergic reactions, burns, blisters, and dry and brittle hair.

10. Purple shampoo.

Blondes use purple shampoo to maintain their hair color. It neutralizes yellowness and helps keep the color as vibrant as it was immediately after dyeing. In addition to shampoo, there are other purple-colored products on the market, such as masks and balms. However, if you use these products on a daily basis, you can damage your hair and make it thin and oily.