5 Things You Should NEVER Put On Your Face

Healthshots By Aayushi Gupta Published May 1, 2023

DIY solutions may appear affordable and effective, but some of them can harm your skin. Here are 5 things you should never apply to your face.

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Alcohol

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Some people may apply alcohol on their face. But it is not safe for your skin in any way. If you apply it on your skin, it can make your skin red, dry, flaky, and itchy.

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Lemon Juice

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Lemon is highly acidic in nature. It may cause dryness, redness and peeling on your skin. If your skin is sensitive, the adverse effect could be more severe.

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Toothpaste

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Many people believe that treating acne with toothpaste is effective. However, it can be irritating and can worsen any hyperpigmentation post-acne.

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Coconut Oil

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Due to its high comedogenicity, coconut oil can clog your pores and make blackheads, whiteheads, and acne appear more prominently.

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Glue

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Believe it or not, some women use school glue as a facial mask to remove blackheads. But ladies, glue can be toxic to your skin and make it red and itchy.

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Heatwave in India: DIY cooling face masks to beat the heat

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5 Things You Should NEVER Put On Your Face

DIY solutions may appear affordable and effective, but some of them can harm your skin. Here are 5 things you should never apply to your face.

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Alcohol

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Some people may apply alcohol on their face. But it is not safe for your skin in any way. If you apply it on your skin, it can make your skin red, dry, flaky, and itchy.

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Lemon Juice

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Lemon is highly acidic in nature. It may cause dryness, redness and peeling on your skin. If your skin is sensitive, the adverse effect could be more severe.

Image Credits : Adobe Stock

Toothpaste

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Many people believe that treating acne with toothpaste is effective. However, it can be irritating and can worsen any hyperpigmentation post-acne.

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Coconut Oil

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Due to its high comedogenicity, coconut oil can clog your pores and make blackheads, whiteheads, and acne appear more prominently.

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Glue

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Believe it or not, some women use school glue as a facial mask to remove blackheads. But ladies, glue can be toxic to your skin and make it red and itchy.

Image Credits : Adobe Stock

Heatwave in India: DIY cooling face masks to beat the heat

Image Credits : Adobe Stock

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