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TikTok promises a ‘glow’, but dermatologists see something else: irritation, breakouts and bags full of products

TikTok promises a ‘glow’, but dermatologists see something else: irritation, breakouts and bags full of products

Dermatologists Mila Poelhekken and Sebastiaan van der Bent are warning against skincare misinformation frequently found on platforms like TikTok and Instagram. They observe that incorrect usage of acne products, driven by social media trends, often results in skin irritation and more breakouts rather than the intended results.

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