I’ve heard that toothpaste can help get rid of pimples, but I’m not sure if it’s true. Is this just an old wives’ tale?
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Using toothpaste to treat pimples is considered an old wives’ tale.
While toothpaste may contain ingredients like baking soda or hydrogen peroxide that can help dry out a pimple, toothpaste should not be used as a regular acne treatment.
In fact, some toothpaste may contain ingredients that can irritate the skin and worsen the acne.
It’s best to use products specifically designed for acne treatment.