If you’re referring to a viral skincare claim like “add it to your cream and blemishes will disappear,” be careful. There isn’t a universally safe household ingredient that should simply be mixed into facial moisturizer.
For acne or blemishes, evidence-based ingredients include:
Benzoyl peroxide — helps reduce acne-causing bacteria and inflammation.
Salicylic acid — helps unclog pores.
Adapalene — a topical retinoid that helps prevent clogged pores and new breakouts.
Azelaic acid — can help acne and the dark marks left after pimples. (aad.org)
Avoid mixing things such as lemon juice, baking soda, toothpaste, hydrogen peroxide, or undiluted essential oils into your cream. They can irritate or burn the skin and potentially make discoloration worse.
If you tell me what ingredient the post says to add to the cream, I can explain whether it actually works and whether it’s safe for facial skin.
