Is it safe to use 1/2 a bottle of peroxide in my bath?

Question

It is suppose to be helpful for blemishes.

Answer 1

I wouldn't ...but ask a pharmacist.

Answer 2

There are conflicting opinions about whether the use of peroxide is safe for bathing.
take a look at this sight and you will discover that it is not advised. If you have blemishes it may work the trick, although I would apply it only in parts where necesssary as opposed to the whole skin being exposed.
http://www.snopes.com/medical/homecure/peroxide.asp?print=y

with that said Witch hazel may be a better optiont aht has been proven to work for centuries...withc hazel can be picked up at any convenience/drug store in many forms.
see this site. http://www.vermontwitchhazel.com/3/cat1.htm
"Acne
It doesn't matter if you are 15 or 50, acne can be an embarrassing and sometimes painful problem. Witch hazel has been the answer for millions of people for the last three centuries. Now we have taken that simple, natural, age-old acne remedy and made it even easier and more effective with pre-soaked disposable pads and towelettes, a gel that can be spot applied to localized blemishes, and toner to keep skin oil-free without drying. "

Answer 3

omg i wouldn't!!!! peroxide is a harsh cleaning agent, DO NOT USE THAT MUCH! plus, don't use it in your bath.

If someone told you it helps clear blemishes, think about whether that person can be trusted/ whether you think they know what they're talking about. if you trust this person, use a LITTLE tiny bit of peroxide on a Q-tip and apply it to the blemishes.

don't use it in your bath because as it might help fight blemishes, it could cause problems to a different part of your body, like a rash or some type of stinging/burning.

Answer 4

it's safe as long as you aren't planning on dunking you head -- in which case it may lighten your hair and eyebrows. However, the idea that bathing in anti-bacterial products (including peroxide, alcohol, etc...) is extremely out-dated "science". Peroxide will help to dry your skin, but bathing for 15 minutes in plain water will do the same. Usually the only people who are interested in doing the former are people who have acne. If you happen to be in that category, just be aware that it will dry ALL of your skin but won't clear blemishes because pimples are caused by an infection in a hair follicle/pore, not on the surface of the skin, and nothing will penetrate deep enough to kill it off. People often associate acne with oil and therefore look for something (like peroxide) to "dry" it up. Really what it will do is dry all of your skin and set you up for more breakouts because your skin will react by producing more oil. Plus, active breakouts will not "dry up" with the use of peroxide. It's really just not good for you. So....basically, you really can use peroxide if you want to...a bath should dilute the bleaching power, but soap is enough to disinfect and I have to say...I wonder why you would want to use peroxide...but I wish you well! :)

Answer 5

Use soap and water. Peroxide available cheap is full of heavy metals and toxins - and it damages skin more then it helps skin heal. Alcohol also is too harsh to use because it also damages skin. Both products are more likely to cause more skin damage then help heal damaged skin, cuts and scrapes. There is a form of peroxide that is ingestable but it's expensive and not recommended. What clogs pores and follicles is body oils mixed with dirt and grime. Just use soap and water. Talk to a doctor or pharmacist for better recommendations then using peroxide of alcohol for wounds, pimples and cleaning skin. Both are good at disinfecting bathrooms and counters, not on skin.

Answer 6

Why use peroxide? I tried it in my bath and that did not work for blemishes, for blemishes use the new Lysol for bath or Vinegar you can also check what Home remedies you can use for practically anything if you go to yahoo and type in Home Remedies for bath blemishes.

Answer 7

I worked for a plastic surgeon who didnt like for people to use peroxide. It damages the healthy skin along with any damaged skin. To treat blemishes you need to use products such as the Neutrogena Body Wash that has salicylic acid or benzoyl peroxide.....not hydrogen peroxide! Try Aveeno, Neutrogena, Biore, etc products and you should see some improvements!

Answer 8

Hydrogen peroxide is good for many things - for cleaning cuts, scrapes and abrasions, and it helps with zits as well. But pouring half a bottle in your bath is overkill. Firstly, you don't need that much, and secondly, by diluting it that much you are reducing its effectiveness. You would be much better to simply apply it to your blemishes, let it foam and fizz for a bit, wipe it off and re-apply, then have your bath. After the bath, when your pores are open, you could dab on a bit more. That would take less than half a teaspoon and be far more effective than pouring half a bottle in the tub.

Answer 9

I heard recently peroxide is a carcinogen, not sure it that is true. I was going to look for an alternative at the health food store soon. I would think it would not be good in the bath if it is that strong that it takes blood stains in an instant.

Answer 10

This amount of peroxide will do nothing...peroxide that is for antiseptic is only 3% by volume. When you dilute it in a bath full of water, you are wasting your time and money. It will not disinfect anything as it will be far too diluted. Good luck

Answer 11

Yes, but it probably won't do anything, as several other people have said. Instead, try dabbing a spot of toothpaste (preferably one containing peroxide) on each blemish. Left on overnight, it can improve their appearance.