Using toothpaste to remove blackheads is a folk remedy that many people know about. Blackheads are often caused by excessive sebum secretion and pore blockage, and toothpaste can help remove the oil in the pores and aid in blackhead removal, making it popular among many people. However, there are some downsides to using toothpaste for blackheads.
Strong skin irritation
The toothpaste used for blackhead removal contains fluoride, which can be highly irritating to the skin. Even if we choose toothpaste with herbal extracts, it can still cause irritation to the skin. Therefore, when using toothpaste for blackheads, it is important to use a small amount and rinse thoroughly.
Possible skin sensitivity
Using toothpaste for blackheads can potentially cause skin sensitivity, mainly due to the strong irritants in toothpaste. If the skin cannot tolerate this kind of irritation, it can easily become sensitive. It is recommended to test a small amount of toothpaste on the hand before using it for blackhead removal, and wait a few minutes to see if any allergic reactions occur.
Limited effectiveness in removing blackheads
While toothpaste can help remove blackheads, its effect is not long-lasting, and blackheads may reappear within 1-2 days. Toothpaste can only quickly remove surface blackheads, and deep-seated blackheads require more thorough pore cleansing, which toothpaste cannot achieve.
Skin can become dry
Toothpaste has anti-inflammatory and antibacterial properties, which can help eliminate inflammation caused by blackheads on the skin. However, it is important to note that the fluoride in toothpaste can also cause skin dehydration after use. The dry and flaky skin can further clog the pores and lead to more blackheads.
Not suitable for everyone
If the area where blackheads need to be removed has wounds, pimples, or skin inflammation, it is not advisable to use toothpaste for blackhead removal as it may cause skin infection. Additionally, if the skin is sensitive, it is not recommended to use toothpaste for blackheads to avoid skin allergies.
