DIY skincare isn't always cheap, effective or safe! Here's the science behind why you shouldn't use lemon juice on your skin.

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In this video:
* The actives in lemon juice: vitamin C (ascorbic acid), citric acid (an AHA), niacin
* How much is in lemon juice
* Is lemon safe? (Answer: no… actually kinda scary)
* Is lemon even that cheap?

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