5 Things TikTok Made You Believe About Skincare (That Aren’t Actually True) TikTok has completely changed the skincare industry. On one hand, it has made skincare education more accessible than ever. But on the other hand… it has also spread a lot of misinformation. Trendy routines, viral products, and “skin hacks” can make it seem like great skin is just one product away. In reality, healthy skin is usually much simpler — and much more strategic — than what social media suggests. Here are five skincare myths TikTok made wildly popular. 1. More Products = Better Skin One of the biggest skincare mistakes people make is overloading their routine. TikTok routines often include 8–12 products layered together. But the truth is, more products can actually damage your skin barrier. When too many active ingredients are used together, the skin can become irritated, inflamed, and more prone to breakouts. In reality, most people only need a few core products: • Cle...