A common recipe involves mixing baking soda (sodium bicarbonate) with water or olive oil:* Ingredients: One teaspoon of baking soda with a few drops of water (or olive oil) to form a paste.* Method: Apply the paste to the skin for 5 to 10 minutes, then rinse with lukewarm water.Very Important Medical Warning:These images circulating on social media are unrealistically edited (often using filters or artificial intelligence).Applying baking soda directly to the face is strongly discouraged by dermatologists for the following reasons:* High Alkalinity: Baking soda is highly alkaline (high pH), while the skin is naturally acidic.* Damage to the Skin Barrier: It causes severe irritation, dryness, and superficial burns, and in the long run, it worsens acne and wrinkles instead of treating them.To safely get rid of dark spots and wrinkles, it is preferable to use medically proven ingredients such as retinol, vitamin C, and a daily sunscreen.
The common recipe involves mixing baking soda and sodium bicarbonate.
