Naturally, in the age of social media, where everyday people are bombarded with pictures of their “perfect” looks, feeling beautiful can be difficult. All of this can make a person feel less than stellar.
Sunday Magazine spoke to the experts and compiled a list of beauty trends and treatments you should be tired of.
waist trainer
A waist trainer is basically a corset or a large belt that sucks up your stomach and is said to make your waist smaller and tighten your core.
Dr. Shadrack Kyengo warns that a nipped waist may look flattering, but it can permanently displace vital organs and lead to medical complications. It restricts flow, causes shortness of breath, reduces oxygen supply to the area, and causes nerve damage and even cell death,” he says.
Detox and cleanse for weight loss
The idea that anyone can lose kilos in less than two weeks after months of making dietary decisions thanks to apple cider vinegar is tempting.
According to Dr. Kyengo, the only sure-fire way to look and feel good is to eat a healthy diet, including getting plenty of rest, drinking plenty of water, eating whole foods, drinking less alcohol, exercising, and quitting smoking. It’s about leading a healthy lifestyle.
hair styling
For many people, maintaining the perfect hairstyle is central to their existence. Did you know? Using relaxers as well can lead to permanent hair loss.
Dr. Evanson Kamuri, Consultant Dermatologist at Kenyatta National Hospital and Director of Prime Care Center in Nairobi, said: It is recommended not to knit too tightly. The structure of African hair is such that the more it is pulled or combed, the more it actually falls out. ”
botox
Hundreds of websites sell injectables that claim to be Botox or collagen. Maybe, but Botox is used to reduce the appearance of wrinkles on the face.
“Botox therapy should be strictly controlled by a trained practitioner. But apart from that, long-term Botox overdose can be counterproductive,” says dermatologist Walter Otieno. Warns Dr. “People who get botox each year will notice that their skin is thinner and looser. Start by distorting your normal facial expressions,” says Otieno.
Anti-Aging and Skin Bleaching Cream:
Many anti-aging and skin-bleaching creams contain high levels of mercury. Mercury is used in skin-lightening creams because it blocks the production of melanin. However, exposure to chemicals can damage the kidneys and nervous system and have serious health consequences.
“Check cream ingredients for words like calomel, mercuric chloride, mercury, mercury, or mercurial, and if you come across any of them, stop using the product immediately,” says Dr. Camry. Other dangerous chemicals to watch out for include hydroquinone, which is used to soothe redness, lighten skin tone, and treat acne.
teeth whitening
Let the Western world invent new ways to make people feel insecure. There are attempts to make teeth as white as possible, but often times, many tooth whitening methods can be dangerous, according to Dr. Joseph Ndaba, a dentist at Noble smiles in Nakuru.
“Most tooth whitening products contain hydrogen peroxide, which weakens tooth enamel, making teeth more sensitive and brittle. Repeated use can cause permanent damage.” There is,” he says.
