Very important health and medical warning:* Skin environment: Baking soda is highly alkaline (pH 9), while facial skin is naturally slightly acidic (pH between 4.5 and 5.5).* Damage: Applying baking soda to the face, especially the very sensitive under-eye area, damages the skin’s natural barrier and causes:* Irritation and mild chemical burns.* Severe dryness and redness.* New dark spots due to skin irritation (post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation).Safe and natural alternatives for puffiness and dark circles:* Black tea compresses: warm or cold (caffeine constricts blood vessels).* Cucumber or potato slices: soothe the skin and reduce puffiness.* Moisturizers containing niacinamide or vitamin C: to safely lighten dark spots.
* Skin environment: Bicarbonate of soda
