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      Actress Tamannaah Bhatia recently made headlines for revealing a highly unusual acne "hack": she claims to apply morning saliva (before brushing) to pimples, saying it “dries up” small non-cystic spots due to antibacterial enzymes present in saliva (India Today). 🧐 What experts say — and why it's riRead more

      Actress Tamannaah Bhatia recently made headlines for revealing a highly unusual acne “hack”: she claims to apply morning saliva (before brushing) to pimples, saying it “dries up” small non-cystic spots due to antibacterial enzymes present in saliva (India Today).

      🧐 What experts say — and why it’s risky

      Despite her personal endorsement, leading dermatologists strongly warn against using saliva on acne:

      • Dr Kiran Sethi points out that while saliva contains one potentially helpful protein (lactoferrin), it also includes bacteria and enzymes that may cause infections, irritation, or even worsen acne (India Today).
      • Dr Geetika Srivastava explains saliva’s slightly alkaline pH can disrupt the skin barrier, leading to dryness, eczema, folliculitis, or rash—and that there’s no clinical evidence supporting acne curing through spit (India Today).
      • Dr Rashmi Sharma labels this practice clinically implausible, stating no dermatologist would endorse it and that celebrity-backed untested therapies can mislead millions (indianexpress.com).

      🧪 Is there any science behind saliva and acne?

      • Small in vitro studies have identified enzymes in saliva—such as histatins and lactoferrin—with anti-inflammatory or mild antibacterial potential (India Today).
      • But these studies do not support direct topical use, and no peer‑reviewed clinical trials validate saliva as a safe or effective acne treatment (India Today).

      ✅ For safer acne care, try these expert‑endorsed approaches:

      1. Use clinically proven topical treatments:
      2. Maintain basic skincare hygiene:
        • Regular cleansing, non-comedogenic moisturizers, sunscreen.
      3. Optimize your diet and lifestyle:
        • Tamannaah herself highlights gut health and avoiding allergy-causing foods like gluten or dairy had helped her skin—though she’s careful to say it’s more about her personal body response (www.ndtv.com, Moneycontrol).
      4. Consult a qualified dermatologist for personalized treatment.

      TL;DR

      • Tamannaah Bhatia does say she uses morning saliva to treat mild pimples and believes in its antibacterial power.
      • However, multiple dermatologists emphasize that applying saliva to acne is unproven, risky, and potentially harmful.
      • You’re far better off relying on scientifically validated acne treatments and professional skin‑care guidance.

      While celebrity remedies often pique curiosity, it’s important to prioritize evidence-based skincare—especially when dealing with sensitive or acne-prone skin. If you’re considering trying this hack, keep in mind that experts advise against it.

       

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      The first thing I do when I wake up in the morning is put my own saliva on my face, Tamanna Bhatia

      The first thing I do when I wake up in the morning is put my own saliva on my face, Tamanna Bhatia

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