'SPF contouring' returns as a beauty trend, but its safety comes into question


By AGENCY

Criticised by many health professionals, and even more so by dermatologists, the technique can be problematic. Photo: AFP

While some of the tips and tricks found on TikTok may genuinely improve its users' daily lives, others can be crazy, if not harmful to health.

Such is the case of "SPF contouring", also called "sunscreen contouring", which involves switching your highlighter for sunscreen on certain parts of your face. A technique that is not without risk.

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