Hello!
I just wanted to get something off my mind and share some insights for anyone who happens to stumble across this. 😊
The main point here is: please, think twice—or even a million times—before making a purchase! It's for your own good. Don’t let ads or influencers push you into making impulsive buys. Ask yourself if that product will truly have a positive impact on your life.
Let's move to the main topic...
So, basically I’m not the type of person who follows latest trend or watches things I find unimportant (at least to me). However, lately, I’ve been interested in a piece of news about an overhyped skincare product. As a girl, I don’t usually talk about things like makeup or skincare (I know, I’m more into tech stuff—that’s just who I am! 😆).
On the other hand, I honestly believe the best skincare comes from what we consume daily and how we treat ourselves. It’s not about the products we apply to our skin! People just don’t get that. If you take care of yourself on the inside, you’ll naturally glow on the outside. True beauty comes from within; everything else is just surface-level, at least in my eyes. 😅
But why am I bringing up this topic tonight? It's because I want to educate people on how important it is to stay cautious about everything, so they won't regret it afterward. 😊
Back to the topic. Recently, I came across news about two skincare experts in Indonesia who tested a viral skincare brand (I won’t reveal the product because I want you, my readers, to research for yourself—especially when something seems important to you! 😉).
Turns out, this brand was making exaggerated claims. For example, the owner said the product contains 5% niacinamide (a popular ingredient for glowing skin), but the actual amount is less than 1%! And to make matters worse, the product contains hydroquinone—a dangerous substance that can cause cancer.
I’ve read countless reviews from users saying their skin got worse after using it. But the owner? She doesn’t seem to care and refuses to take responsibility. It's unfair to the consumers, right? Regardless of how careless they may be in buying this product, I don't blame them because, as laypeople, they can be easily influenced since they don’t know much about the product's details. It would be better if the owners of the product educated them.
This whole situation is a reminder that just because something is viral doesn’t mean it’s good for you. We live in an era where ads are everywhere, and many of them make ridiculous promises—like this skincare product claiming to whiten your skin.
As Indonesians, we should embrace our natural skin. Our tropical climate means we’re blessed with skin that protects us from things like skin cancer. So why are so many people chasing after white skin without considering the long-term effects? It’s heartbreaking to see these people fall for dangerous products because they’re sold a dream that isn’t real.
So, if you read this, I'd like to tell you.
Love yourself. Eat healthy, take care of yourself, and you’ll naturally feel happy and content. From this case, I hope you realize the importance of being cautious. No one can protect you better than you. 🤍
