“Should I use toothpaste to treat my pimples?”
I want to know should I use toothpaste to treat my pimples?
Male | 17 years old
Complaint duration: 02072005
4 Answers
Toothpaste is drying, but not the best way to treat pimples. Products that contain benzoyl peroxide or adapalene (Differin gel) are available in pharmacies and online. If these are too irritating, or not effective, best to visit a local dermatologist.
Stephen Schleicher, MD
Stephen Schleicher, MD
Although I have been a dermatologist for over 50 years, I have no information on treating pimples with toothpaste. If you are trying to avoid the doctor, ask your pharmacist about products designed for treating acne or pimples.
That's an easy one --- NO. Try benzoyl peroxide instead as a spot treatment, but remember, an ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure. So, using preventative measures is way
better. No one wants to get acne, so keep it from coming rather than trying to treat once it's there. :)
better. No one wants to get acne, so keep it from coming rather than trying to treat once it's there. :)
It's not a 'should' it's a 'can' when it comes to treating pimples with toothpaste. Some find it helpful. Nevertheless, there are several Prescription medications that are much more efficient. Dermatologists are more generally focused on treating acne in such a way that there are fewer and smaller pimples proactively.
