Dangerous TikTok Beauty Hacks To NOT Try

The beauty and health industry is growing rapidly set to be worth £26.7 billion by 2022. And from slugging to micro-needling, there are many new beauty hacks gaining millions of views online but here are some you absolutely should not try due to how dangerous they can be. Waleed Taleb, an aesthetician at Vera Clinic, has revealed the most dangerous TikTok beauty trends you should steer clear of.

Skin Icing 

Skin Icing is a new skincare trend that promises glowy skin and has 10.3 million views on TikTok. So what is this popular trend about? The trend involves massaging ice cubes into your face as the action of skin icing tightens and contracts the skin, leaving it sculpted and plump with an outdoorsy glow. Although this is not the most dangerous hack, the extreme change in temperature can cause redness and sting so is not recommended by professionals.

Slugging

Another popular viral skincare trend is called “slugging” which involves coating your face in Vaseline to moisturise your skin overnight and reaches 117.1 million views on TikTok. However, this hack can clog your pores and cause a further breakout so instead, use a moisturiser suitable for your skin type overnight.

Microneedling

Microneedling is a beauty treatment using a derma roller to prick the skin with tiny needles as a way of generating collagen production for its smoothing, firming and toning effects. Microneedling has over 364.9 million views – wow! Although micro-needling is considered safe, it does have risks. Firstly, this could cause an allergic reaction from the cream or serum that goes on your skin after the micro-needling and the wounds might get infected if you don’t keep your skin clean. Secondly, the needles can cause irritation and rashes to the skin. Ensure you are aware of the after-effects before having the procedure.

Gua Sha Massage

A gua sha massager is a new tool that is used during the final stage of a skincare routine which claims to smooth skin, improve elasticity, and prevent skin-ageing. On TikTok the hack has 92 million views. The tool is produced from crystals however there is little evidence that supports using them in your daily skincare to provide benefits.

Toothpaste On Spots 

The next hack is putting toothpaste on spots overnight. While it’s true that several ingredients found in toothpaste are drying to the skin, this hack can cause irritation and may not benefit the skin. Ultimately, this home remedy for breakouts isn’t worth the risk.

DIY Face Masks

With over 2.9 million TikTok views there are many DIY home face exfoliating scrubs made from household ingredients including lemon, honey, sugar and coffee. Although they do not include any harmful ingredients the granules commonly used in DIY exfoliating scrubs can have rough or jagged edges and these can be harsh on the skin, potentially leaving it red and raw and ultimately a shop-bought face mask can do a better job.