Producer: Priyanka Das Editor: Mohit Bisht

5 Things You Should Not Apply To Your Skin

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Lemon

Lemons are enriched with Vitamin C, but applying raw lemon slices or lemon juice on the face, may cause more harm than good. Psoralen, a chemical which is found in lemon can make the skin sensitive to light.

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Toothpaste

Applying toothpaste on skin can increase melanin production and form discolouration and dark spots. Mint is the most common ingredient used in toothpaste that can irritate the skin and cause blemishes.

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Body lotion

Body lotion should not be used on delicate facial skin. As body lotion is thicker in density and greasier, its oily texture can clog facial skin pores and cause the breakout of acne.

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Petroleum jelly

Petroleum jelly is a very thick occlusive. It makes a very thick layer on the skin and that might cause various skin problems such as acne and breakouts on their skin.

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Rubbing alcohol

Alcohol is something that’s not meant for your skin. And if you rub your skin with alcohol, it can cause your skin more dry and sensitive which further cause into other skin troubles.