10 Skin care PRODUCTS I DON'T USE| Dr Dray

Summary

In this video, the speaker shares their personal list of 10 skincare products they choose not to buy or use, including eye creams, rosewater sprays, toners, fad ingredients, water wipes, scrubs, lash serums, facial oils, sheet masks, and feminine washes. They explain the reasons behind each choice, focusing on the lack of necessity, potential for irritation, and the marketing gimmicks behind these products. The speaker encourages viewers to be mindful of their purchases and save money by avoiding these items.

Takeaways

• 🧴 The speaker does not use eye creams, believing that a good moisturizer can be used around the eyes without causing irritation.
• 🌹 They avoid rosewater sprays, considering them gimmicky and potentially drying and irritating to the skin due to the lack of evidence-based benefits.
• 💧 The speaker is against using toners, especially Western alcohol-based ones, as modern cleansers are already pH balanced and do not require toning.
• 🔥 They are skeptical of fad ingredients that lack substantial scientific backing, such as charcoal, turmeric, and CBD, which are often overhyped in the skincare market.
• 🚫 The use of wipes, including makeup wipes and baby wipes, is discouraged due to their ineffectiveness in cleansing and potential to cause skin irritation and environmental harm.
• ❌ The speaker does not purchase scrubs, as daily washing is sufficient for exfoliation, and physical scrubs can cause unnecessary irritation.
• 👁️ They do not use lash serums, viewing them as a gimmick with potential to cause eyelid irritation and not proven to effectively regrow lashes.
• 🌱 Facial oils are not purchased because the speaker prefers moisturizers, which provide the same benefits without the need for multiple products.
• 🌿 They have stopped buying sheet masks, finding them to be a waste and not environmentally friendly, and not using them despite having them sent for review.
• 🚿 The speaker strongly advises against the use of feminine washes, as they can disrupt natural pH balance and lead to infections and irritations.

Q & A

Why does the speaker not use eye creams?

The speaker believes that eye creams are unnecessary. They argue that any moisturizer suitable for the face should be fine to use around the eyes, as the skin around the eyes is more likely to develop irritation from ingredients. They also mention that moisturizers typically move around and transfer to the skin around the eyelids, making a separate eye cream redundant.

What is the speaker's stance on rosewater sprays?

The speaker does not use rosewater sprays, considering them gimmicky. They explain that facial sprays can potentially dry out the skin as the water evaporates, drawing more water out of the skin. Additionally, they note that there is no evidence-based benefit from rosewater, which essentially acts like a perfume that can cause irritation.

Why are toners not recommended by the speaker?

The speaker advises against using Western toners, which are typically alcohol-based and were originally designed to balance the skin's pH and remove residue from cleansing. However, modern soaps and cleansers are pH balanced, making toners unnecessary. They also mention that toners can dry out and irritate the skin.

What are the speaker's thoughts on fad ingredients in skincare?

The speaker is skeptical of fad ingredients, such as charcoal, turmeric, rosewater, and CBD. They caution against getting excited about trending ingredients that are heavily marketed without sufficient scientific evidence to support their benefits. They emphasize the need for more robust studies before incorporating such ingredients into skincare routines.

Why does the speaker avoid using water wipes?

The speaker does not buy water wipes because they do not effectively clean the skin. They argue that wipes merely move dirt and makeup around without removing it and can leave behind a film that causes irritation. They also highlight the environmental impact of single-use wipes.

What is the speaker's opinion on scrubs and exfoliating products?

The speaker does not use scrubs or exfoliating products with rough mechanical exfoliants like sand or nut shells. They believe that daily bathing and face washing are sufficient for exfoliation and that scrubs can cause irritation. They also find scrubs to be messy and not worth the trouble.

Why does the speaker discourage the use of lash serums?

The speaker views lash serums as a gimmick and potentially harmful. They mention that lash serums can cause eyelid irritation, rashes, and even lead to eyelash loss or breakage. They also reference a lawsuit against a lash serum company for not disclosing these risks adequately.

What is the speaker's view on facial oils?

The speaker does not buy facial oils, preferring to use moisturizers instead. They argue that moisturizers provide the same benefits as oils, such as smoothing the skin and locking in hydration. They also express skepticism about the marketing claims surrounding different types of oils and their supposed benefits.

Why did the speaker stop buying sheet masks?

The speaker stopped buying sheet masks because they found themselves not using them. They mention that sheet masks can be helpful for skin hydration but are not a permanent solution. They also express concern about the environmental impact of single-use sheet masks and the presence of irritating ingredients in some masks.

What is the speaker's advice regarding feminine washes?

The speaker strongly advises against using feminine washes, stating that they alter the natural pH of the female genital tract, predispose users to infections, and can cause irritation. They recommend using only water for cleaning, emphasizing that the female genital tract is self-cleaning.

Why does the speaker not buy vitamin C serums?

Although not detailed in the provided script, the speaker has previously discussed not buying vitamin C serums. They likely have concerns about the stability, effectiveness, or potential irritation of vitamin C in serum form, which can be found in a separate video.