Is Using Mosquito Repellent Cream Safe for Treating Acne?

Dream - The presence of various skincare variants does not necessarily stop the use of other products to treat acne. Many people still believe that acne can disappear by using toothpaste or mosquito repellent cream.

There are various reactions obtained by people who experiment with these products. Some people experience the benefits, but many others experience skin irritation.

These different effects make some people curious about the opinions of experts. Many dermatologists discuss unique tricks to solve acne problems. One of them is Dermatologist Arthur Simon who discusses the use of mosquito repellent cream to help treat acne.

He revealed that the use of mosquito repellent cream is considered safe for the skin even though it contains chemicals. Mosquito repellent cream is made to confuse and repel mosquitoes.

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However, its use for treating acne has not been thoroughly studied. Using mosquito repellent cream on acne can still potentially irritate the skin and cause redness and itching.

So if you want to try using mosquito repellent cream to treat acne, you must be prepared for the consequences of irritated skin. But if your skin is not problematic in the near future, you can give it a try.

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Often Contained in 'Fake' Creams, These are the Side Effects of Mercury

Dream - The beauty industry 5-10 years ago had significant differences compared to now. Back then, there were not as many skincare brands on the market, so the choices of skincare products were very limited. The same goes for education about their usage.

As a result, many people are still confused about how to use and choose skincare products. Consequently, some people choose skincare products without sufficient knowledge and end up using 'fake' creams.

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Not only in the past, but many people still use them now. 'Fake' creams are products with unclear product information and are not certified by BPOM (Indonesian Food and Drug Authority) or FDA (Food and Drug Administration).

Usually, these products are marketed through word of mouth and are not sold openly. Therefore, the safety and authenticity of the products are not guaranteed.

Although many people use them and feel the benefits of these products for their skin, many others experience adverse effects. Not just acne or blemishes, the product can also cause various skin problems that are very difficult to overcome, such as melasma and ochronosis.

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The skin problem is caused by very dangerous substances such as mercury. Mercury is often contained in 'fake' creams that claim to whiten the skin. The results are remarkable. Many people have successfully whitened their skin using skincare products containing mercury.

However, mercury should not be contained in skincare products. "Mercury is a type of metal that is usually used as a preservative and is not recommended to be used in skincare," said Ika Ayu, a Dermatologist during the introduction of Aceskin at iCantix & Co. Plaza Indonesia, Central Jakarta, Thursday, July 21, 2022.

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He also revealed how mercury works to cover the skin surface. "Mercury is like 'skin cement'. So, the 'microscopic organisms' in the skin die. So from the outside, the skin looks glowing because it gives a masking effect".

The use of mercury-based skincare makes it difficult for skin cells to breathe and become damaged even though they appear very healthy and bright. If used continuously, mercury-based skincare can cause redness, blemishes, melasma, or ochronosis, or a change in skin color to a grayish tone in certain facial areas.

The effects also vary from person to person. "Some effects appear when you stop using it. Some effects may only be visible after 5-20 years," Ika said.

If you have already experienced side effects such as melasma and ochronosis, it is likely that the condition of the skin will not return to its original state. "Half dead cannot be eliminated. Whether it's laser treatment or other treatments, it cannot be eliminated".

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It is better to treat the skin by using skincare products sold on the market. You can use skincare products containing niacinamide, alpha arbutin, or galactomyces.

In addition, optimize skin care by adopting a healthy lifestyle. "Sleep before 10 o'clock so that the regeneration process is not disturbed, drink plenty of juice, stop eating sweets, and don't forget sunscreen," she concluded.