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Before using hydrogen peroxide in our beauty treatments, it’s advisable to check for any allergic reaction. To do this, we should test it on a small area of skin before applying it.
Hydrogen peroxide is one of the essential items in any home first aid kit, as it has dozens of uses…
However, it’s not just for disinfecting wounds. It can also be very useful in our beauty treatments.
The powers of hydrogen peroxide
Hydrogen peroxide (H2O2) is present in most homes because it is a powerful disinfectant and antiseptic.
If you want to get the most out of this ingredient, take note of the following cosmetic applications:
1. To reduce skin blemishes
Over time, the dermis, especially on the face, can develop small spots, whether due to sun exposure, cold weather, or lack of exfoliation.
That’s why we see certain areas darker than others and don’t know how to conceal them. The good news is that hydrogen peroxide can reduce them. For this, we must use it in moderation and in small doses.
What should you do?
- After exfoliating your face (you can use a homemade mask or a store-bought beauty product) and washing it well, soak a cotton ball or swab in hydrogen peroxide.
- Apply to the stains, leave for a few minutes and rinse.
- Perform this treatment once or twice a week and always at night.
2. To get rid of pimples
Acne doesn’t just appear in teenagers; it can be very bothersome at other stages of life (for example, during menstruation in women, when suffering from a lot of stress, or even from following a diet full of fats).