‘I’m a dermatologist and I would never touch these commonly used products’

While some of the TikTok star’s warnings relate to hygiene and potential skin irritation, others concern how effective certain beauty and wellness products actually are.

Here are the four products she said she would never use again, having seen studies.

Shower loofahs

Shower loofahs are a staple in many people's bathrooms, but Dr Adele warns that they can become a breeding ground for bacteria if they are not properly cleaned and dried after each use.

She explained that loofahs can retain moisture and dead skin cells, creating the perfect environment for bacteria to thrive.

Describing them as "bacteria's favourite little holiday home", she added: "If it isn't cleaned and dried properly, you're rubbing that bacteria straight back onto clean skin."

While loofahs don’t necessarily need to be thrown out immediately, this is a reminder of the importance of keeping shower accessories clean and allowing them to dry properly between uses.

Pillow spray

Pillow sprays are often used as part of a relaxing bedtime routine, and they usually contain lavender. 

However, Dr Adele suggests that they could be contributing to skin irritation for some people.

"Your relaxing pillow spray might secretly be starting beef with your skin," she said.

She went on to explain that lavender contains linalool, a fragrance ingredient that can become a contact allergen when it oxidises.

"If you keep waking up itchy, your calming pillow spray deserves a side-eye," she added.

If you regularly experience itching or irritation, it may be worth considering whether fragranced products could be playing a role.

Microneedling rollers

Microneedling has become increasingly popular among people looking to improve their skin, but Dr Adele explained why she prefers dermastamps over microneedling rollers.

She said: "Rollers drag across the skin while dermastamps go straight in and out. Stamping gives you much more control over exactly where you're treating."

Explaining why she made the switch, she added: "Once I understood the difference, the roller was very quickly replaced by a stamp."

At-home options can cause skin damage or infection, so anyone considering the treatment should seek advice from a qualified professional.

Rosemary hair oil

Rosemary oil has become a popular natural alternative for people hoping to encourage hair growth, but Dr Adele urgeds not to expect it to do all the work.

"Rosemary oil got a VERY good PR team," she said.

She referred to a small study that found rosemary oil performed similarly to 2% minoxidil after six months.

However, the findings should be looked at cautiously, as limited research does not establish rosemary oil as an equivalent replacement for medical hair-loss treatments.

Dr Adele summed up her thoughts by saying: "Supporting character? Maybe. Carrying the entire hair growth routine? Absolutely not."