4 Reasons Why You Shouldn't Use Body Lotion On The Face
Written by Sanya HamdaniAug 12, 2020
Using a body lotion is essential for soft, supple and hydrated skin. As we’re becoming more aware of the needs of our skin, our skincare routines are becoming elaborate and complicated. In theory, it is necessary to use at least three different creams every night for each part of your body, but in reality only a few women follow this.
If you are a procrastinator or run out of moisturiser, you may sometimes end up using a body lotion on your face, — after all both products do the same job, right? Wrong! While the core job is the same, moisturiser and body lotions should not be used interchangeably. Here's why…
The skin on your face is far more delicate than that on the rest of the body. This is because the skin on your body replaces cells on a much slower rate as compared to your face. Since the skin is thicker, it requires products that are far thicker and creamier as compared to moisturisers.
Can clog pores
Body lotions are much creamier in consistency; hence, if you apply this on your face, not only will your facial skin find it difficult to absorb, but will also attract a lot of dust and dirt, plugging your pores and eventually leading to acne (yikes!).
Moisturisers, on the other hand, are made with gentler ingredients that easily penetrate into the skin to nourish and hydrate it.
May cause allergies
Body lotions can sometimes cause allergic reactions on the delicate skin of your face. The chemicals and ingredients in your lotions are far more potent and can be quite harsh for your facial skin.
Contains chemicals that can damage the skin
Body lotions contain a lot of artificial fragrances and colours as compared to moisturiser for the face. When applied, these chemicals can do a lot of damage to your skin and may even cause allergic reactions like irritation and redness.
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Sanya Hamdani is a skincare enthusiast and lipstick hoarder, she truly believes no two red lipsticks look exactly alike. With a Master's degree in Communication & Journalism and 5+ years of digital writing experience up her sleeve, Sanya has some of the biggest beauty experts in the country on her speed dial. When she's not swatching products or writing about the latest trends in beauty, you will find her watching F.R.I.E.N.D.S. or cooking up a storm in the kitchen.
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Written by Sanya Hamdani on Aug 12, 2020
Sanya Hamdani is a skincare enthusiast and lipstick hoarder, she truly believes no two red lipsticks look exactly alike. With a Master's degree in Communication & Journalism and 5+ years of digital writing experience up her sleeve, Sanya has some of the biggest beauty experts in the country on her speed dial. When she's not swatching products or writing about the latest trends in beauty, you will find her watching F.R.I.E.N.D.S. or cooking up a storm in the kitchen.