We all have tried it and not all of us got the best results. Even beauty pro’s recommend this tip to those who suffer from acne. Does toothpaste really work for acne treatment? Is it safe?

According to www.healthcentral.com it is all a myth. It in fact may make it worse. The menthol in toothpaste, although may feel soothing like a deep clean, is in actuality what may cause the area to feel, itchy and inflamed. Even worse for someone who has very sensitive skin.

Secondly, toothpaste contains fluoride, which can also cause irritation. Going back into the 70’s some studies have shown that a number of people were found to be allergic to it. According to the Physicians’ Desk Reference states, that fluoride may actually cause skin eruptions.

The answer was clear to me after reading the article. There are natural ways to treat acne; we just have to do our research. To be on the safe side, only use products specifically designed to treat acne. Ingredients like salicylic acid and benzoyl peroxide are known to help fight against bacteria in the skin.

Do not take risks with your skincare based on myths.

Source: www.healthcentral.com