Is it safe to use lemons on your face when you're allergic to fruits?

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I'm allergic to some fruits (such as pears, kiwis, bananas, citric fruits, mangoes, strawberries, etc.) but I heard applying lemons to your face helps reduce acne and oil-free? I've tested by applying a small area of fresh lemon juice to the back of my hand and it felt a little stingy. Is it because I'm allergic or is that normal (I mean...lemon juice is a little acidic...)? Thanks! ^-^

Sierra ☼ Sky · 10-02-2009, 04:02 AM

i wouldn't do it but if you like visiting the hospital go ahead

LucyLastic · 10-04-2009, 04:02 AM

do not do this if you are allergic to citrus fruits. and i have never heard that this works for acne.

Nazmul b · 10-05-2009, 04:02 AM

HM well Ive try ed that lemon thing on the face, and to tell you the truth, it doesn't work... and i wouldn't apply the lemon on your face, if you had a reaction on your hand, unless you see your doctor, i suggest that you just go our and buy some acne cream

rhodster_1123 · 10-07-2009, 04:02 AM

lemon IS a fruit

gillianprowe · 10-11-2009, 04:02 AM

Mix some lemon juice with egg white and apply it over your face overnight. Wash off in the morning. This is a typically way to use Lemon as a facial mask. Maybe it might even reduce some of the stinging for people with sensitive skin.

Das_Klavier · 10-14-2009, 04:02 AM

i am a boy but can advise you never even think of it if u r allergic to citric fruit as lemon juice is full of citric acid

kylie_tam · 10-17-2009, 04:02 AM

No use vinegar

xsister_awakex · 10-21-2009, 04:02 AM

...you basically answered your own question.... you said you were allergic to citric fruits....a lemon is a citric fruit... so no, do not put lemon juice on your face

Queen · 10-26-2009, 04:02 AM

You don't have to eat something you're allergic to to have a reaction to it. Some people can just be near something and have a reaction. If you are allergic to fruits, you should keep them out of contact with your body.

Try an astringent or plain witch hazel instead.