Using hairspray and not washing it out before you sleep? You could be giving yourself ACNE
And it's not just your face that's at risk... you could also give yourself a spotty neck and back
IF you use hairspray to keep your locks in place, do you wash it out before you go to bed?
Well, you should do – or risk giving yourself spots and acne.
Products such as hairspray and mousse can stick to your pillowcase and build up over time.
Then when you rest your tired head, the gunk gets on your face – and blocks your pores, potentially causing spots.
While having hair spray on your skin all day after a morning makeover can also be problematic.
If you’re spraying your fringe, make sure you shield your forehead with your hand, or a paper plate, to stop this happening.
It’s not just your face that’s at risk. You could also get a spotty neck, shoulders or back.
There’s a second reason for the hair product related break-outs, known as chemical saturation.
Dermatologist David A. Colbert told that gels, pomades and hairsprays are the most irritating – while the high alcohol content doesn’t help either.
Which ingredients cause break-outs?
* Oil-based products are the most likely to trap bacteria.
* Examples include petroleum, silicone, jojoba oil and shea butter.
* Detergents such as sodium lauryl sulphate and ammonium lauryl sulphate are also bad for those with sensitive skin.
* Beware – these ingredients are also found in body washes and facial cleansers.
* Panthenol, an ingredient used in conditioners to strengthen the hair, can also contribute to spots.
Rahua Beauty founder Fabian Lliguin added: “The most common break-outs are due to the build-up of chemicals applied on the skin or scalp over time.
“The second is due to allergies, and the third is incorrect regimen for skin or scalp type.”
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While if you dye your hair, you’re likely to use oily conditioners to stop your hair drying out.
This is good for your head, but not so much for your skin that it rinses out into.
Expert advice from Clear Clinic:
* When sleeping, use a headband to keep your hair away from your forehead.
* If you have a fringe, do not use product in it.
* Use blotting papers during the day to absorb any residual oils on your forehead.
If you’re suffering from serious break-outs, the best medicine could be to invest in a silk pillowcase and sleep with your head wrapped in a scarf until they go away.
Another idea is to wash your face and body after washing and conditioning your hair, to help remove any product residue.
The same goes for hairspray – perfect your hair first, then wash your face, then apply make-up.
And avoid touching your hair and then your face when you’ve got product in.
