We Fixed These 3 Skincare Myths in Our Clinic – And It Helped Patients a Lot

We Fixed These 3 Skincare Myths in Our Clinic – And It Helped Patients a Lot

You know what we deal with every day in our clinic besides acne, pigmentation, and hair fall?

Skincare myths.

Yes, those so-called “tips” passed down from relatives, seen in WhatsApp forwards, or picked up from influencers—without any actual science behind them.

These myths don’t just waste your time. Many of them delay recovery, cause damage, and leave people frustrated.

So today, I’m sharing 3 of the most common skincare myths we correct almost every day at our clinic — and how clearing them up has helped real patients see real improvement.

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💬 MYTH #1: “Oily skin doesn’t need moisturizer.”

What people say:

“Mere face pe already oil aata hai… why should I add more moisture?”

The truth:

Oily skin still needs hydration. Skipping moisturizer can actually make your skin overproduce oil to compensate. Many of our acne-prone or oily skin patients improved simply by switching to the right kind of moisturizer—lightweight, gel-based, and non-comedogenic.

What changed for patients:

After adding a proper moisturizer to their routine, many saw:

• Less oiliness

• Fewer breakouts

• Smoother texture

In short, their skin became balanced instead of overworked.

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💬 MYTH #2: “Fairness creams will lighten all dark spots.”

What people say:

“I’ve been applying this fairness cream for my pigmentation.”

The truth:

Most fairness creams are not designed to treat real pigmentation like melasma, acne marks, or sunspots. Some even contain hidden steroids, which can damage your skin barrier and cause redness, thinning, and worsening of pigmentation in the long run.

What changed for patients:

Once we stopped the wrong creams and prescribed dermatologically safe treatments (like sunscreen + proper pigment-reducing serums or lasers), their dark spots faded faster, safer, and permanently.

And their skin health improved too.

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💬 MYTH #3: “Natural means safe and better.”

What people say:

“I only use natural things on my face – multani mitti, lemon, aloe vera, haldi…”

The truth:

Just because something is “natural” doesn’t mean it’s safe for your skin. Lemon can cause chemical burns. Haldi may cause irritation. And not all skin types react the same.

Even natural remedies need proper understanding, especially on sensitive or acne-prone skin.

What changed for patients:

Many patients who were getting frequent breakouts or redness from these DIY remedies saw instant relief once they stopped the harsh stuff and started using gentle, barrier-friendly skincare.

In 2–4 weeks, their skin looked calmer, cleaner, and less inflamed.

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✋ Final Word from the Clinic:

Skincare isn’t about doing “more”. It’s about doing what’s right for your skin.

If you’re unsure about something you’ve heard or been doing, don’t hesitate to ask your dermatologist. That one small correction might save you months of frustration.

Because in skincare, myths delay results—but the right information heals faster.

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📍Written by Dr. Mohd Rizwan Khan

Dermatologist & Founder – Dr. Rizwan’s Skin, Cosmetic & Laser Clinic, Shahjahanpur

👥 100+ patients seen daily | 📲 Follow us for more real skin tips that work in real life.

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