These 5 DIY hacks can cause skin damage, use it wisely

 These 5 DIY hacks can cause skin damage, use it wisely

Baking soda, lemon juice and toothpaste have become overrated hacks due to social media trends. Using them excessively can damage your skin.

In this run-of-the-mill life, along with the health of the people, the skin is also getting affected badly. To fix this, most women use DIY hacks. Although some of these remedies have been going on since the time of our grandmothers, but thanks to social media, now some such remedies have also come in them, which can harm you instead of benefiting you. Let's know about 5 such DIY hacks, which can cause skin damage for you.

At Health Shots, we always recommend trying home remedies instead of chemical-laden products. But while we recommend doing a patch test before using them, we also make it clear that not every remedy works on every skin. Some effective DIY hacks trending on social media can also damage your skin when you overuse them.

We spoke to Neha Pathania, Chief Dietitian, Paras Hospital, Gurugram, to know about some of the most popular DIY hacks and their risks to the skin. Neha explains, “Skin DIY hacks like baking soda, garlic, toothpaste, vitamin E and lemon juice are the most popular these days. So it is important to know about them in detail.

What's Expert's Opinion on These DIY Hacks

Chief Dietitian Neha Pathania says, “Using things like toothpaste, baking soda and garlic as home remedies can also damage your skin. The alkaline characteristics present in it can cause many skin problems.

These hacks can make the skin dry by absorbing the natural oils that come out of it. Which can cause itching on the skin. At the same time, dry skin also causes early aging.

Know the dangers of these most popular DIY hacks on the skin

1. Baking Soda

As a solution to many skin related problems, we use baking soda as a home remedy. It is very beneficial for the skin. But excessive use of anything causes harm.

Dr Pathania says about the use of baking soda, “Baking soda badly affects the pH balance of the skin. Naturally, the pH value of the skin ranges from 4.5 to 5.5. While the pH level of baking soda is 9, which is alkaline. Its alkaline effect removes its natural protection against natural damage.

She adds, “Baking soda has natural antibacterial and anti-inflammatory properties. It is used in the manufacture of personal care, oral care and over the counter medicines. Social media hacks are promoting the misuse of baking soda among people. which are very harmful. So it is important to keep this in mind.”

2. Toothpaste

According to Dr Neha, using toothpaste on the skin can cause skin breakouts, sensitivity, itching and dryness. The process by which toothpaste is made is not suitable for the skin. By using toothpaste, the pH balance of your skin becomes unbalanced, due to which problems like acne and peeling of the skin are seen.

3. Vitamin E

Vitamin E is very beneficial for the skin. But its excessive use can cause skin problems such as itching and irritation. Many people have to face rashes and inflammation due to its use. Excessive use of vitamin E on the face triggers many types of allergic reactions.

4. Garlic

Applying raw garlic directly on the face can cause skin damage and irritation. On the other hand, not everyone's skin is the same. Therefore, in some people, it can cause problems like skin allergies, eczema, skin inflammation and watery blisters.

5. Lemon Juice

Lemon juice contains citric acid. It is very acidic, due to which it can cause dark spots on your skin when exposed to sunlight. It makes the skin dry and lifeless. Along with this, it gives rise to skin irritation.

Experts have advised to use all home remedies in a limited quantity. At the same time, before using any hack, it is most important to get complete information on it. So let's know how or being beneficial for your skin as well as can harm you.

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