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Myth. Washing your face excessively can irritate the skin and worsen acne. It's important to wash your face, but stick to twice a day and after sweating.

Myth. While proper skincare can help manage acne, it cannot completely prevent it due to factors like hormones, genetics, and stress.

Myth. Cumulative exposure to UV rays can cause damage over time, not just during sunburns. Every exposure contributes to the potential for skin damage and aging.

Myth. There is no conclusive evidence that chocolate directly causes acne. However, high-sugar diets may have an impact on skin health.

Myth. Not all alcohols in skincare are bad; fatty alcohols like cetyl, stearyl, and cetearyl alcohol are actually beneficial as they are moisturizing and not irritating.

Myth. While staying hydrated is important for overall health, it does not prevent skin aging. Skin aging is influenced by factors like genetics, sun exposure, and lifestyle choices.

Myth. Up to 80% of UV rays can penetrate clouds, so sunscreen is still necessary on cloudy days to protect against skin damage.

Fact. Moisturizing helps to maintain skin hydration and elasticity, which can reduce the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles over time.

Myth. There is limited evidence supporting the claim that facial exercises can significantly reduce signs of aging. Genetics and sun protection play a larger role.

Myth. Daily exfoliation can strip the skin of its natural oils and lead to irritation or damage. Most skin types benefit from exfoliating 1-2 times per week.

Myth. Tanning beds emit UVA and sometimes UVB rays, both of which can lead to skin damage and increase the risk of skin cancer.

Myth. Makeup with SPF usually does not provide enough coverage to achieve the full SPF listed on the product. It's better to use a separate sunscreen.

Myth. Even oily skin needs hydration. Skipping moisturizer can actually lead to an increase in oil production as the skin tries to compensate for dryness.

Myth. SPF protection does not scale linearly. An SPF of 30 blocks 97% of UVB rays, while SPF 50 blocks about 98%. Higher SPF provides only slightly better protection.