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Is It Safe To Use Baking Soda On Your Face
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It's baking soda useful for the skin? Is it even safe to use in bath?
Yes: For some patients this will help with itchy skin. ...Read more
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Is it possible for me to use baking powder instead of baking soda to whiten my teeth?
Nope: They are two different materials. Baking powder is for baking, and baking soda is abrasive and will do a terrific job of wearing away your enamel, over time. If you really want whiter teeth, you will need to use otc drugstore products or have it done professionally. ...Read more
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What is your opinion of baking soda on facial skin? Is it safe?
Concern: it might be abrasive if using it as a scrub. ...Read more
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Is it okay to use hydrogen peroxide on my face?
No: It will dry out your skin and may kill your normal skin bacteria. Use a mild soap and water, rinse well. ...Read more
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I keep reading online that using lemon juice on your face is harmful, while other say it's not. Is it safe to use lemon juice and honey for face acne?
Home treatment: Please consult this site for home treatment of acne. http://www.webmd.com/skin-problems-and-treatments/acne/acne-vulgaris-home-treatment ...Read more
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Is baking soda safe to you on teeth to whiten?
Yes: It has been used as a dentifrice for years. Caution with any abrasive and excess scrubbing but it should be fine to use to remove extrinsic stain. It won't change the internal tooth shade, however, so it may or may not actually cause your teeth to look whiter. ...Read more
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How to whiten my underarm? Is it good to use tha baking soda process or just a lemon?
Leave it alone: Hi Gary 799. Your underarm (axilla) has a lot of oil/scent/pheremone glands and the hair is there to help spread your smell to attract other humans. I try to get people to embrace this natural part of themselves. Any treatments, particularly shaving but including anti-perspirants, can cause more trouble than you might suspect. Consult a dermatologist if you must proceed. ...Read more
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Is it safe to use betadine on my face?
Why would you?: As a surgeon, we constantly use products like this on our hands prior to starting an operation. Although safe to use, it can really irritate the skin and cause significant drying of the skin. Never a need to use on your face except prior to an invasive procedure. ...Read more
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Is it safe to rub alcohol swabs in your skin?
In small areas: Alcohol swabs are meant to be used on the skin to sterilize small areas at one time. Be careful if you have sensitive skin. ...Read more
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Is it okay to use lemon juice on face for scarring and acne?
Can be irritating: I would generally not recommend this as it can be extremely irritating. ...Read more
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Is it good to use baking soda on the skin to remove pimples and acne scars?
Baking soda is: Abrassive. I would be concerned that you would irritate your skin. ...Read more
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Is it safe to use water based lubricant as a moisturizer for your penis? Would it be safe to leave on throughout the day?
Yes: It is safe, but why do you feel the need for constant moisturization? ...Read more
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I was wondering is it ok to use baking soda to help whiten your teeth?
Not good: There are better ways to lighten your teeth. Baking soda can make your teeth feel good and clean, but this is because it is abrasive. It will wear or abrade your enamel. It is not a good way to lighten teeth. Talk to your dentist about the many options available. ...Read more
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Instead of using listerine due to its alcohol content, is it safe to rinse/clean the mouth with salt? Thanks a lot!
Salt and water fine: Yes you can use warm water and salt to rinse your mouth, you could use plain water as well. You can find some mouth wash without alcohol in the pharmacy. ...Read more
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Is it okay to use lemons for skin lightening purposes or would it harm the skin?
Dry skin: Lemons are citrus fruits and contain vitamin c, which is also called ascorbic acid. Probably the worst thing you would notice is a stinging sensation if you had a cut in the skin, or dry skin. A better way to lighten skin is to use sunscreen and avoid prolonged sun exposure. ...Read more
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Is it okay to use rubbing alcohol on a cotton ball on your clean face to help dry it up?
Yes: Not recommended but safe.
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Is it safe to wash your face before shaving?
Shaving: Absolutely yes. You must wash your face before you shave to get the dead skin, sweat, oils etc.. Off. If you dont wash the shave will be less than perfect. ...Read more
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Is it okay to put alcohol or hydrogen peroxide on your scalp?
If you must,Yes.: These are broadly antiseptic.Unless you using for specific reason, I do not see any need to put them on your scalp. ...Read more
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Is it safe to use salt water in your hot tub or will that damage your skin?
Salts in bath: Epsom salts, Dead sea salts and other specialty salts can be great. ...Read more
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Is it safe to put toothpaste on your blackheads, whiteheads, and pimples?
Why?: I have not heard of this method for facial treatments. I would consult a dermatologist. ...Read more
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