Is Applying Lemon and Toothpaste Safe For Skin?

Lemon is popular because of its vitamin C content which makes people believe it can brighten skin and reduce pigmentation. However, lemon juice is highly acidic. When applied directly on the skin, it can damage the natural protective barrier of the skin.

Applying lemon on face can cause:

High acidity disrupts skin barrier, causing redness, dryness, or burning.

Increases risk of severe sunburn and skin damage when exposed to sun.

It can worsen dark spots in some individuals.

While lemons have beneficial compounds, their high acidity poses significant risks and can cause harm to your skin.



Applying toothpaste on pimples is a very common skin hack. The cooling effect gives a false feeling that the pimple is healing. But toothpaste is designed for teeth, not skin. It contains ingredients like menthol, baking soda, hydrogen peroxide, fluoride, and artificial fragrances. These ingredients are too harsh for facial skin.


Ingredients like sodium lauryl sulfate and baking soda are too strong, disrupting skin's natural acidic pH, causing stinging, redness, and burns.

Stripping natural oils can make skin overcompensate by producing more oil, clogging pores and causing more acne.

Irritated skin becomes inflamed, sensitive, and more prone to other issues.

Try to avoid applying toothpaste on skin as it can cause harm more than good which can lead to more skin problems.



Instead of using lemon or toothpaste, you can use these safer alternatives for a smooth and healthy skin:

This acid treats acne by reducing swelling and redness and unplugging blocked skin pores to allow pimples to shrink.


This helps by strengthening the skin's barrier, controlling oil, minimising pores, reducing inflammation, brightening dark spots and hyperpigmentation.

Applying a small amount of aloe vera to the face regularly can help treat various skin conditions, including acne, eczema, and sunburn.

Instead of using lemon, use vitamin C serums as it reduces the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles, and lends skin a firmer and more lifted appearance.

Applying lemon and toothpaste on our skin is unsafe. Instead of using these unsafe home remedies, use gentle skincare products and always consult a dermatologist before applying any remedies which can harm your skin.

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Frequently Asked Questions ( FAQ’S)

1. What can destroy your skin barrier?
   Dry or humid environment, hot or cold weather, allergens, irritants, and pollutants, Smoking, too much sun exposure etc can destroy skin barrier.
2. Can sleep repair skin the fastest?
   Yes, sleep is one of the best ways to fix just about any issue you might be having with your skin.
3. Which fruit reduces pores on the face?
   Strawberries, papaya and oranges can help reduce pores on the face.
4. How often should I wash my face if I have acne?
   Wash your face twice a day if you have acne.