Take, for instance, breastmilk as skin care.
Yes, you read that right.
From there,the TikToks commenced.
Marisa Garshick, MD, FAAD.
Some benefits relate to its moisturizing and antioxidant properties for the skin.
She adds that the ingredient is particularly helpful for dry skin in need of moisture.
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Anecdotally, weve heard stories of moms using breastmilk to calm their babies eczema and rashes.
), know that commercial brands arent actually using the real deal in their products.
And one new brand, calledMilk Made Skin, takes things to the next level with its breastmilk-mimicking formulations.
But I ended up being pleasantly surprised by the way these products felt on my skin.
Physical exfoliants do give me pause (who among us hasnt been emotionallyor literallyscarred by that apricot scrub?
), but this one was noticeably more gentle than others Ive tried.
The scrubby bamboo beads are ground so finely that I barely even noticed them.
Ive been a classic CeraVe cleanser gal for a decade, rarely straying from its steadfast, efficacious formula.
Its also worth mentioning that it doesnt break me out.
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The only downsides are the small size (give me more!)
and the fact that not all skin types react well to physical exfoliants.
Milk Drunk has been my moisturizer of choice for those nights.
Its seriously rich, with a buttery, thick feel.
Im pleased by how quickly it sinks into my skinespecially when Im extra dehydrated.
The milk-mimicking peptide complex really shines in this moisturizer.
After using this, I wake up with noticeably plump, hydrated skin.
Milk Boost is creamy and lightweight, and didnt cause any burning, tearing up, or redness.
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