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6 Epic Pinterest Beauty Fails -- and How to Fix Them

Stop pinning immediately. These popular DIYs are ruining your skin

by Allie Flinn  |  2 COMMENTS

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The DIY: Baking Soda as a Face Scrub
The DIY: Baking Soda as a Face Scrub Why you should skip it: Even though baking soda may feel gentler than a physical scrub thanks to its fine texture, it can be extremely irritating to the skin, cautions Goldfaden. Blame its alkaline nature. The surface of your skin should be slightly acidic --typically 4.5-5 on the pH scale -- to protect against pollutants. When the pH of your skin's moisture barrier is disrupted, dryness and breakouts follow.

What you should do instead: Peredo recommends whipping up a mask of papaya and pineapple. Papaya contains a natural alpha-hydroxy acid and pineapple contains exfoliating enzymes; together, they gently resurface the skin with little to no irritation.

SEE NEXT PAGE: The DIY: Apple Cider Vinegar as a Toner
 

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