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Can I clean my baby's face using toothpaste?

Joel Warsh, MD
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Dr. Joel Warsh is a board certified Pediatrician and the Owner & Founder of Integrative Pediatrics and Medicine in Los Angeles, California. With over a decade of experience, Dr. Warsh specializes in holistic and integrative medicine. He holds a Bachelor’s degree in Kinesiology and Health Sciences, a Master’s degree in Epidemiology and Community Health, and a Doctor of Medicine (MD) from Thomas Jefferson Medical College, where he was elected president of the Jefferson Pediatric Society. Dr. Warsh then completed his Pediatric Residency at Children’s Hospital of Los Angeles (CHLA), where he received the George Donnell Society Research Fellow.

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It is not advisable to use toothpaste on your baby's face. The ingredients of a toothpaste are for dentistry, with ingredients like abrasives, fluoride, and flavorings, which are likely to be too harsh for your baby's sensitive skin. Best to use gentle fragrance-free baby cleanser or mild soap made especially for infants. These products are gentle for the baby's delicate skin and will give the perfect cleaning without irritating their skin.

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Is papaya seed helpful for my face?

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Papaya not only cleanses your skin but also makes your skin glow. It contains rejuvenating enzymes that exfoliate your skin to provide you with a glowing complexion. It's loaded with papain and vitamin A. The enzyme papain breaks down inactive proteins and eliminates dead skin cells.

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Reduce the use of heat, use an all-natural shampoo and reduce stress in your life.

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Is it dangerous if I accidentally spread toothpaste all over my face?

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As long as you don't leave it on too long and you wash your face thoroughly with facial soap afterwards, it won't do any harm. You should try to avoid doing this frequently, though.

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Can I use toothpaste on my face daily?

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Although many people swear by using toothpaste to get rid of spots overnight, it's not really recommended. Toothpaste can seriously dry out the skin, which can have more cons than pros in the long-term. To get better and quicker results, use things like Tea Tree oil, which are specially anti-bacterial and also dry out skin. Only use toothpaste in case of emergencies, if there's nothing else around.

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Can I use pure tea tree oil all over my face?

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No, you should not use pure tea tree oil all over your face. You should dilute it with water and use it sparingly.

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Should I do this every morning?

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Do it every three days for the first four weeks, then once a week from then on is fine.

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Should I use toothpaste to clean my face regularly?

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No, because it can irritate the skin if it is used too frequently.

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Should I use toothpaste on my face to clean it? What brand should I use?

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You could, and the brand doesn't matter. However, since toothpaste can dry out your skin, don't use it daily. Start twice or thrice a week, and see how your skin reacts.

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Are there any products I can use with toothpaste to fade dark spots on my face?

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You can use whitening cream mixed with the toothpaste to fade the dark spots. Most whitening creams tint skin yellow, so the toothpaste will counteract this, and toothpaste cannot fade dark spots on its own. Keep in mind that this process will need to be repeated.

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Can I use toothpaste with baking powder to remove black heads?

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It is not recommended, as it can dry out your skin and do more harm than good.

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If I mix toothpaste and lemon and apply it on my face, will it get rid of my acne?

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Lemon itself can get rid of acne. Cut a lemon in half and take one half of the lemon and put baking soda on it and gently rub it on your face for 10 seconds. Wash it off after 10 seconds. Rubbing the lemon and baking soda on your face longer can irritate your acne and make it even worse.

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Can I use neem toothpaste for this?

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Any kind of toothpaste will do the trick. Do not use too much of it though. As long as the product you decide to use is alright for your body, you can use it as a face wash. Although, use with caution and not for too long.

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Does it make your face slimmer?

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No, but it would definitely make your skin look and feel better!

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