Dr. Surbhi Balani, a dermatologist and certified aesthetic expert in Ahmedabad (India), said that the indoor living environment can silently affect skin and hair more than any care product.
Ms. Surbhi Balani pointed out things that seem harmless but are common causes of acne, dermatitis, dark skin and hair loss.
According to Dr. Balani, many people focus on sun protection and thorough skin care before going out, but neglect the daily exposure factors in their living space.
Skin and hair react to what we are most exposed to, not just expensive cosmetics," Ms. Surbhi Balani emphasized.
One of the common mistakes is placing room spray or incense with a strong scent near skin care products. Essential oil particles flying in the air can stick to makeup brushes, pillow covers or cosmetics, causing irritation, contact dermatitis and unexplained acne.
Using powdered soap to wash your face is also warned. Soap with a high pH weakens the skin's protective barrier, making the skin dry and tense, easily irritated and exacerbating conditions such as eczema or atopic dermatitis. In the long term, micro-inflammation can make the skin dull and prone to acne.
Bathing in too hot water is a habit that many people prefer but is harmful to both skin and hair. High temperatures damage keratin in hair strands, causing dryness, dandruff and hair loss, and at the same time losing the natural moisture of the skin.
Homemade exfoliating masks made from sugar, salt or coffee are also not as safe as many people think. These rough particles can create small tears on the skin, increase pigmentation and prolong recovery time, especially in the nose, chin and arm areas.
Dr. Balani also recommends not applying essential oils directly to the skin. When not diluted properly, essential oils can cause chemical burns, allergic reactions and worsen acne, rosacea or dermatitis.
In addition, using old or uncontrolled heat styling tools easily causes hair to burn, split ends and break down.
Expired or oxidized skin care products also pose a risk of irritation and infection, causing rashes and fungal acne.
Small details such as cotton pillow shells that are rarely washed or shared with razors also directly affect the skin. Dirty pillow shells accumulate oil and bacteria that cause acne, while shared razors increase the risk of folliculitis, dark skin, and hair growth.
According to experts, to have healthy skin and hair, adjusting indoor living habits is as important as investing in cosmetics.
(The article is for reference only, not for professional advice. Always consult a doctor or medical expert if you have questions).
