Saw this from one of the most read beauty bloggers I know... Vivian Chua...
Taken from her personal blog : http://vivianism.wordpress.com/
I always like her blog and read a lot of useful info about skincare and taking care of our skin.
Was reading through today and saw her thoughts on Skincare Ingredient. Some of them are being told to me for being VERY GOOD but they really don work well for me....SO I am happy she break them down and explain why...

1. Mineral Oil/Petroleum
This sits on the skin and forms a film on the skin, to prevent any contact from the environment to your skin. But in the long run, mineral oil can be drying for the skin as it prevents the skin from absorbing moisture and may also clog pores and cause pimples.

2. Sodium Laureth Sulfate (SLS)
This is a surfactant and is a very effective foaming agent. This is a very dangerous poison used in hair care and skin care and it is commonly used because it is cheap. But this thing is really a killer; it can also cause skin to be dry in the long run and skin irritation.

3. Collagen
Collagen’s molecules are too big to be absorbed by the skin. They only sit on the surface of the skin and do nothing. It also suffocates the skin.

4. Sodium Chloride (Salt)
Use to give the product a thicker consistency look. But it can cause eye and skin irritation.

5. Alcohol
Used to give a cooling, refreshing effect on the skin. However too much Alcohol may be too drying for the skin and sensitive skin might be allergic to it.

What other ingredients do you usually avoid in skincare?

Credits to http://vivianism.wordpress.com/