Borax as a beauty product?
I have a face cleansing recipe that I got ffrom a natural skin care book. The directions include a 1/4 tsp of borax. Is it safe to put Borax on your face? It is very dilluted, but I am not sure.
Supposedly, Borax is safe to use externally for face and hands and it is a common ingredient in homemade soaps and shampoos. Some people have even put it in their bath water and used it to wash their hair. People like it, because it’s eco-friendly and has multiple uses. Borax can also be a skin irritant, so if you have sensitive skin – I would stay away from it. If you have a bad reaction there is nothing you can do, but see a doctor. There are a lot of other products and natural facial cleansers that would probably be better for you. If it doesn’t feel right, leave it alone.
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