Can white vinegar mixed with flour remove age spots?

Oct 21, 2024 Source: Cainiu Health

Dr. Liu Wenmin

Introduction

It is generally believed that using white vinegar with flour is mainly based on unscientific folk remedies and personal experience. While it may have some auxiliary effect on reducing pigmentation, this method is not recommended for treating dark spots. It is advisable to focus on sun protection in daily life, avoid direct exposure to ultraviolet radiation, and choose suitable skincare products, which can help prevent and reduce the formation of pigmentation.

White vinegar mixed with flour is generally considered a non-scientific folk remedy based on personal experiences. It may have some auxiliary effect on reducing pigmentation, but it is not recommended as a method for treating dark spots.

The glutathione in white vinegar may inhibit melanin formation and potentially help lighten hyperpigmentation; however, such effects would require long-term use to become noticeable.

However, white vinegar is highly acidic, and if used at high concentrations or improperly, it can easily irritate and damage the skin, leading to dryness, inflammation, and sensitivity. Additionally, when mixed with flour, the combination may clog pores and trigger skin problems such as comedones and acne.

Moreover, the development of skin pigmentation is often related to multiple factors, including UV exposure and hormonal imbalances. Relying solely on a mixture of white vinegar and flour to remove spots is unlikely to produce significant results and may even be ineffective.

It is recommended to focus on sun protection in daily life and choose suitable skincare products, which can help prevent and reduce the formation of pigmentation.

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