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Is it good to use baking soda on the skin to remove pimples and acne scars?

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Dr. Heidi Fowler answered

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Baking soda is: Abrassive. I would be concerned that you would irritate your skin.

Dr Jackson agreed

Answered 1/5/2019

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A member asked:

Is it good to use baking soda on the skin to remove pimples and acne scars?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Heidi Fowler answered

Dr Jackson agreed

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