A dermatologist reveals the 6 common skincare mistakes that make her shudder By SOPHIE HINES FOR YOU MAGAZINE Published: 06:47 EST, 19 February 2025 | Updated: 06:47 EST, 19 February 2025 e-mail View comments While some corners of the skincare industry are trying to sell us £200 face creams or convince us that we need to adopt a 10-step routine every night, others are out there with very practical, no-nonsense advice. Take Dr Justine Kluk , a consultant dermatologist and acne expert, who regularly shares advice on healthy skin via her newsletter and social media channels. Recently, Kluk took to Instagram to share a list of the common mistakes that make dermatologists like her shudder when they witness them - and it was certainly enlightening (washing your face with shampoo now and again? Guilty!) Dermatologist Dr Justine Kluk regularly shares advice on social media From the nail salons you should always avoid to the worst thing you can do for spotty skin, read on for her insights into the stuff we need to stop right now.
Bare feet at a public swimming pool ‘I can’t help it—whenever I see someone casually strolling barefoot across those warm, damp tiles, my mind jumps straight to verrucas (plantar warts). These pesky growths are caused by a contagious virus ( HPV ) that loves the humid, communal poolside environment. Flip-flops aren’t just a fashion choice—they’re self-defence!’ Barefoot at the pool? You might regret it Washing your face with shower gel or shamp.
