Question 1

i left toothpaste on a pimple and when i woke up it was red and burned. a month later a red scar/patch remains. how can i get rid of the red scar?

Accepted Answer

TOOTH paste: So many people place toothpaste on pimples rather than using products specifically formulated for the skin. The toothpaste chemically burned your skin. It may heal on its own, but you should probably see a dermatologist to have the area examined and have proper medication prescribed.

Question 2

last week i put toothpaste in my unibrow area to get rid of plentiful bumps, woke up the next day with a huge burn, its healing but don't want a scar?

Accepted Answer

TOOTHpaste: It is all in the name. The toothpaste may have caused a chemical burn in the area. In the future, use products made for the skin and keep the toothpaste in your mouth. Consult with a dermatologist regarding any blemish that may remain.

Question 3

i use to use toothpaste to try and get rid of the milia on my penis, also i scrubbed the area vigorously with soap in the shower.the skin is now discolored, scarred, and tight,and my penis doesnt stretch like it used to, my penis contracts often?

Accepted Answer

Options: Your decision to use this combination of chemicals on sensitive skin created a chemical burn &amp; scarring. You will need to consult with a urologist to see if they can offer an option that may help reduce the scarring &amp; return function to a more normal pattern. Any therapy would require an in person exam to properly assess the damage.

Question 4

i use to use toothpaste to try and get rid of the milia on my penis, also i scrubbed the area vigorously with soap in the shower.the skin is now discolored, scarred, and tight,and my penis doesnt stretch like it used to, my penis retracts easily now.

Accepted Answer

Stop self-injuring !:  Tooth paste wasn't designed for use on the penis.  Scrubbing vigorously can cause damage. At this point, I can only encourage you to stop the self-injury.  Depending on severity, you may wish to see an urologist.

Question 5

does toothpaste helo to get rid of pimples?

Accepted Answer

Maybe, try it: I'm not sure what the mode of action would be for most toothpastes, but a toothpaste called oxyfresh has chlorine dioxide as an active ingredient- this is very anti-bacterial, since it is the chemical pumped into senate office buildings to kill anthrax.  Listerine could also help.

Question 6

how can  toothpaste help get rid of pimples?

Accepted Answer

Facial Mask: Toothpaste probably acts like a facial mask in that it dries out the infected area [use the paste not the gel].  In addition some toothpastes contain alcohol, or antibacterial compounds [i.e. Triclosan] which can kill bacteria.  Do not leave it on your face overnight.

Question 7

which toothpaste should i use to get rid of pimples?

Accepted Answer

None: Toothpaste is not used for pimples. It is used for cleaning teeth. Use a product specifically formulated for extra-oral use.

Question 8

i'm sick of having pimples. i've tried everything. does toothpaste help get rid of them?

Accepted Answer

Sorry but..: Toothpaste has nothing scientifically proven to help with pimples... Better to use items made exclusively for the skin!

Question 9

will toothpaste get rid of warts?

Accepted Answer

Not really...: Warts are viral (human papillomavirus or hpv). While toothpaste might hide or make it feel differently temporarily, it won't treat the condition.  Talk to your pcp about salicylic acid or cryotherapy ;-).

Question 10

will toothpaste get rid of acne? how?

Accepted Answer

No: Do not use toothpaste on your face.  It will not help acne  but can leave ugly red spots instead. It is very irritating to skin.  Don't use it.  Use it for your teeth only.  There are too many ingredients in toothpaste these days that are not meant for skin.

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I left toothpaste on a pimple and when i woke up it was red and burned. a month later a red scar/patch remains. how can i get rid of the red scar?

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Last week i put toothpaste in my unibrow area to get rid of plentiful bumps, woke up the next day with a huge burn, its healing but don't want a scar?

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I use to use toothpaste to try and get rid of the milia on my penis, also i scrubbed the area vigorously with soap in the shower.the skin is now discolored, scarred, and tight,and my penis doesnt stretch like it used to, my penis contracts often?

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I use to use toothpaste to try and get rid of the milia on my penis, also i scrubbed the area vigorously with soap in the shower.the skin is now discolored, scarred, and tight,and my penis doesnt stretch like it used to, my penis retracts easily now.

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