Are “2-Ingredient Glow Recipes” Fooling Your Skin Routine? – Page 3

Disrupted Skin pH: Kitchen staples like lemon juice are highly acidic (pH ~2), while baking soda is extremely alkaline (pH ~9). Applying them directly can strip your skin’s natural protective barrier (pH ~5.5). 🧪
Risk of Phototoxicity: Applying raw citrus fruits or essential oils before sun exposure can trigger severe blistering or dark hyperpigmentation (phytophotodermatitis). ☀️
Micro-Tears from Scrubs: Coarse kitchen ingredients like raw sugar, salt, or unrefined powders create microscopic tears on delicate facial skin, leading to inflammation and breakouts. 🔬
Natural Doesn’t Always Mean Safe: Just because an ingredient is edible doesn’t mean it belongs on your face’s delicate microbiome! 🌿