Is the reason for acne on your chin because of this thing that everyone does every day?!

The toothpaste ingredients that touch the chin while brushing can cause chin acne. Toothpaste contains fluoride, abrasives, surfactants, and other ingredients. While they may help maintain oral hygiene, they are not good for the skin barrier. Toothpaste is formulated to contact the inside of the mouth for a short period, not the skin. When toothpaste comes into contact with the skin, it can irritate and cause acne or rashes. For people already suffering from skin conditions, fluoride and surfactants may worsen the condition. In particular, fluoride is known to be significantly related to skin conditions such as acne around the mouth.

To prevent acne or rashes caused by leftover toothpaste, thoroughly rinse around the mouth with water after brushing. The most effective method is to wash your face or take a shower after brushing. If it is difficult to wash your face or body, make sure to rinse thoroughly with water even the areas touched by foam or toothpaste. After washing, apply skin toner or lotion to prevent the skin from drying out. Additionally, when brushing, do not wet the toothbrush after applying toothpaste; avoid adding water. The amount of foam increases, making it easier for toothpaste ingredients to stick to the lips and chin skin, and it also reduces the effectiveness of brushing. When toothpaste comes into contact with water, the abrasives that remove cavity-causing bacteria and tartar, as well as fluoride that prevents cavities, become diluted, decreasing their cleaning power.

Meanwhile, even if the uterus is not healthy, chin acne can occur. Uterine fibroids are benign tumors that develop within the uterus. In traditional Korean medicine, uterine fibroids are believed to be caused by poor blood circulation within the uterus, leading to the accumulation of waste products. The uterus is connected to the lower abdomen, pubic bone, above the navel, chest, and around the chin or mouth through the Immaek (one of the channels through which energy circulates in the body). If the circulation of Immaek is disrupted by uterine fibroids, it can also affect the chin, leading to acne. Additionally, hormonal imbalance can stimulate the sebaceous glands, resulting in acne around the chin or mouth, areas with a high density of sebaceous glands.