Love, Saranghae with Peter & Andrea

Toothpaste For Pimples? Coconut Oil For Face? Let's Play A Game Of Skincare Myth Or Truth

Andrea Mourad and Peter Lee Episode 15

Peter and Andrea play a game of MYTH or FACT, discussing common skincare myths. They cover topics such as whether eating greasy food causes breakouts, if putting toothpaste on a pimple helps, if coconut oil is a good facial moisturizer, if people with oily skin need moisturizers, if foundation with SPF is enough sun protection, if natural or chemical-free products are better, and if chocolate causes acne. They debunk these myths and provide explanations based on scientific research.

Takeaways

  • There is a correlation between dairy products, high-glycemic foods, and breakouts, but greasy food itself does not directly cause breakouts.
  • Putting toothpaste on a pimple is a myth and can actually cause dryness and stimulate oil production, leading to more breakouts.
  • Coconut oil is not a good facial moisturizer as it can clog pores.
  • People with oily skin still need to use moisturizers to control sebum production and protect the skin.
  • Foundation with SPF is not enough sun protection, and it is recommended to use a separate sunscreen with SPF 30 or higher.
  • The terms 'natural' and 'chemical-free' in skincare products are not regulated, so it's important to do research and read ingredient lists.
  • Eating chocolate does not directly cause acne, but consuming too much sugar can lead to inflammation and skin conditions.
  • Water is essential for good skin health.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction and Game Format

01:59 The Truth About Putting Toothpaste on Pimples

04:31 Moisturizers for Oily Skin: Myth or Fact?

06:43 Foundation with SPF: Is It Enough Sun Protection?

09:50 The Reality Behind 'Natural' and 'Chemical-Free' Skincare

11:52 Does Chocolate Really Cause Acne?

14:23 Suggest Your Podcast Ideas to Peter and Andrea

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