8 Skincare Ingredients That Do Absolutely Nothing For You

Mineral Oil: Mineral oil is a common skincare ingredient, but it may not be good for your skin.

Fragrance: Other typical skincare ingredients include fragrance, which might irritate some skin types. 

Alcohol: Alcohol, found in toners and astringents, can dry and irritate skin.

Silicones: Silicones provide skincare products a velvety feel. They can also block pores and suffocate skin.

Synthetic Colors: Synthetic hues are used to make skincare products look better but don't benefit your skin.

Parabens: Parabens, which behave as estrogen, are skincare preservatives that may be harmful.

Lauryl Sulfate: SLS is a common cleanser ingredient, but too much can dry up skin.

Triclosan: Some skincare products contain triclosan, an antibiotic that disrupts hormonal development.

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