Column Writing 

People believe that sunscreen is only necessary to wear in hot or sunny weather, but I think it is also important to wear in cold or cloudy days. Exposure to ultraviolet rays results in faster aging and can increase cancer risk, which is why it is important to put sunscreen on no matter the weather or season.

These days, adolescents and young adults have become fixated on looking younger to the point where they buy more anti-wrinkle creams and peptides when they shouldn't be. I think that obsessions with anti-aging can only harm the skin more and may produce unwanted results.

Across many shelves of beauty stores, skincare brands market themselves as clean, containing natural ingredients, or having environmentally friendly packaging. However, I don't believe that all companies can always be totally environmentally friendly, as some may claim labels to boost marketing and deceive audiences. 

Even with a massive amount of skincare products, acne may not go away, which made me frustrated after countless days sticking to a routine. While a good cleanser and toner can help protect the skin, sleeping habits, eating habits, and consistent exercise are what can be key to getting rid of acne. Ultimately I learned that good lifestyles can have a stronger impact than expensive or specific products catered to a skin type.

On social media, I always see new products that are advertised as luxury with a high price tag to accompany it. I wanted to find out if cheaper items can produce better results compared to luxury items.

For my first column, I wanted to dive deep into how social media has raised standards for skincare. I noticed how overtime, people have complicated and longer skincare routines, and I wondered if that is necessary for some people or if it is just good marketing to use trendy products.