Beauty requires sacrifice: 7 weird HWL and beauty trends introduced by stars

The beauty industry is developing rapidly, and healthy lifestyles are gaining more and more followers. Often, many trends for certain procedures and healthy lifestyle accessories are introduced by celebrities. However, do not blindly follow all the trends: some of them will seem strange even not at first glance. We tell you about the most unusual beauty trends promoted by celebrities.

Chupa Chups, suppressing hunger

This myth was widely spread on the Internet after the lollipops from the feeling of hunger promoted in her Instagram by Kim Kardashian. However, there is no scientific evidence that Chupa Chups help suppress hunger.

In general, any overweight candy is nothing more than a marketing ploy, notes physician and nutritionist Claire Morrison. “It’s another way for brands to cash in with bloggers and an ineffective and unsafe method of weight loss,” warns the expert.

Unusual facial skin care

Widely popular among stars is a cosmetic procedure called Epidermal Growth Factor: using micro-needles, stem cells extracted from cut foreskin are injected into the skin of the face.

This unconventional method helps to rejuvenate the skin, slow down the aging process and give it a natural glow. The procedure was developed by American cosmetologist Georgia Louise, whose regular clients are Sandra Bullock and Cate Blanchett.

Celery juice

A diet with green juice is a real panacea and can even save lives, claims Anthony William, founder of the Global Celery Juice Movement. Many believe that if you drink one glass daily on an empty stomach, you can get rid of acne, anxiety and depression, migraines, eating disorders and more. There are many celebrities who are fans of celery juice, including Miranda Kerr and Maria Menounos.

Although daily consumption of green juice is unlikely to harm health, there is no scientific proof of its properties. Therefore, you should not expect instant and miraculous results.

Cleaning of the intestines

Colonotherapy, or intestinal cleaning – a procedure that can hardly be called pleasant. It can be prescribed by a doctor for certain medical indications. But in recent years, stars such as Gwyneth Paltrow and Madonna have turned colonotherapy into a health trend.

It is believed that such a cleanse will help the body get rid of toxins and extra pounds. However, it’s not necessary, Morrison explains. “Our liver, kidneys and urinary system naturally remove toxins and toxins from the body, and the intestine itself is a very active organ, which perfectly copes with its tasks without additional help”, – assures the doctor.

Barefoot walking

This is another trend that is actively promoted by Gwyneth Paltrow – the actress calls it “grounding”. In her opinion, walking barefoot helps to cope with a range of problems – from restless sleep to depression.

Many people really prefer to go barefoot at home, and walk on the soft grass at the cottage is also pleasant. However, in the conditions of the city “grounding” can not only do no good, but also harm. What only garbage and dirt will not see on the streets, and stepping on broken glass or nails, you can hurt yourself and get an infection. In addition, there are no studies confirming the effect of such therapy at the moment.

Crystal therapy

Many believe that natural crystals emit certain types of energy and vibrations. They help to get in the right mood, achieve inner harmony and generally improve well-being. Gwyneth Paltrow, Kim Kardashian, Kate Hudson and Miranda Kerr are of this opinion.

With the help of minerals charge water and cosmetics, clean the aura, they are put under the pillow to improve sleep. But all this is just speculation and myths. And although no scientific research has been able to confirm the effectiveness of crystal therapy, it is still popular with both stars and their fans.

Jade eggs

These “accessories” made of jade are another “invention” of Gwyneth Paltrow. The actress can rightly be called an apologist for alternative practices. It is believed that jade eggs help to normalize the level of “female energy”, improve the tone of the pelvic floor muscles and stabilize the hormonal background.

As reported on the website of Goop, the company that Paltrow founded, the technique dates back to the experience of concubines in ancient China. However, gynecologist Jen Gunther and archaeologist Sarah Parcak, a professor at the University of Alabama at Birmingham debunked this myth. Nothing even closely resembling jade eggs was found in any of the four major archaeological collections of ancient Chinese artifacts. In addition, from the gynecological point of view, the “accessory” can provoke diseases of the genital organs: jade is a porous stone and promotes the multiplication of bacteria.

Today, brands shamelessly resort to any tricks to win the attention of customers. That’s why you should be especially careful when it comes to health. Even if a new procedure is advertised by your favorite actress or model, do not rush to follow her example, but rather study the issue carefully.