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cautions that using a banana peel on skin can actually have a negative effect. “Banana peels can have pesticides or microbes that can cause reactions on the skin like irritation,” she says.

“Begin by scrubbing your nails with an antibacterial soap—think of it like washing your face ... by causing chipping, peeling, and a slow dry time. It’s like painting on oil, says ...

I don't think that this is possibly my skin. I just didn't ... the immediate peeling of this makes me think it has to be the product. Like, I did not have to work it into my skin at all.

In fact, dermatologist Dr Kiran Mian cautions that using a banana peel on skin can actually have a negative effect. “Banana peels can have pesticides or microbes that can cause reactions on the skin ...