Preparation and Application
- Place the half teaspoon of baking soda in a small bowl.
- Squeeze the lemon juice over the baking soda. You will notice an immediate fizzing reaction (foam); this is completely normal.
- Add the teaspoon of honey and mix thoroughly with a spatula until a smooth paste forms.
- Use it strictly at night. Wash your face with your usual cleanser and leave it slightly damp.
- Apply the mask to your face using very gentle circular motions (do not scrub harshly, as baking soda can irritate the skin).
- Leave the mixture on your face for a maximum of 5 to 10 minutes. Do not leave it on overnight under any circumstances.
- Rinse thoroughly with plenty of lukewarm water and immediately apply your regular moisturizer to help calm the skin.
Important Precautions
This is a strong mask and is not suitable for sensitive skin, rosacea, or active acne. Lemon juice is highly photosensitizing; if you expose your skin to sunlight while lemon residue remains on it, you may suffer severe chemical burns and long-lasting dark spots (phytophotodermatitis). For this reason, it should only be used at night, and your face should be thoroughly washed the following morning. Always apply sunscreen during the day.
Because baking soda can disrupt the skin’s natural pH balance, limit the use of this treatment to once every 15 days as an occasional deep-cleansing treatment, never as a daily skincare routine.
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