February 27, 2019-cnn

February 27, 2019-cnn
Stress, chocolate, sunlight: What's good and bad for your skinSkin is our largest organ and something we may take for granted when it's healthy. As an academic dermatologist I frequently hear misleading "facts" that seem to be stubbornly enduring. Here are some of the most commonly shared myths that can be cleared up immediately, and some truths you can rely on.
Drink two liters of water a day for healthy skin
Stress can make skin unhealthy
Eating chocolate causes acne
Washing powder causes eczema
White marks on nails = calcium deficiency
Sunshine is good for you.
Keep it simple
The basic principles of keeping skin healthy are mainly common sense. You should wash your skin regularly to remove dirt, but not so much that you remove the essential moisture and waterproofing substances.