Alright, alright, let’s gab about this thing, whatchamacallit, does starch clog pores? I ain’t no fancy doctor or nothin’, but I’ve heard some things and seen some stuff, you know? So, let’s figure this out together, like we’re sittin’ on the porch, shuckin’ peas.
First off, what the heck is starch anyways? Seems like it’s in everything, like that cornstarch stuff they use for cookin’. I read somewhere, can’t remember where now, that cornstarch is just food, no preservatives or nothin’. Sounds harmless enough, right? But then you hear about clogged pores, and that ain’t no good.
Now, them pores, they’re like tiny little holes all over your face, and if they get clogged, well, that’s when you get all them pimples and blackheads. Ugly little buggers, they are. I remember my grandpappy used to say, “Keep your face clean, gal, or you’ll look like a bumpy gourd.” He was a wise old fella, that one.
- So, if starch clogs pores, we gotta figure out why. Is it ’cause it’s sticky? Maybe it mixes with all the dirt and oil on your face and makes a paste? I dunno, just guessin’ here.
- I also heard tell that some folks use bakin’ soda to clean their faces. Now, that’s somethin’, ain’t it? Bakin’ soda? Who’da thunk it? But I guess if it works, it works. Just gotta be careful, I reckon, don’t wanna scrub too hard and make things worse.
I heard someone talkin’ about somethin’ called non-comedogenic. Big word, huh? Sounds fancy-schmancy. But it just means somethin’ don’t clog pores. So, if you’re lookin’ for stuff to put on your face, I guess you gotta find stuff that says that non-comedo-whatever word on it.
And this cornstarch, I seen they change it up somehow, make it “modified.” Seems like they do that to lots of things these days, always messin’ with stuff. But from what I heard, this modified cornstarch is safe, even for sensitive skin. They say it don’t cause allergies or nothin’ and that it’s good for skin that gets pimples easy. So, maybe it ain’t the starch itself, but what kinda starch it is. It’s all so confusin’ sometimes, makes my head spin.
Clogged pores can give you all sorts of skin troubles, like those awful acnes and blackheads. Nobody wants those, right? It’s like a field of weeds on your face. So, you gotta find ways to keep them pores clean. Wash your face good, I say. Don’t just splash water on it, really scrub it good. Not too hard, mind you, but good and thorough.
And find some good cleansers, too. Don’t just use any old soap. Go to the store and look for stuff that’s made for your face. Read the labels, see what it says. Look for that non-comedo thingy I was talkin’ about. And if you ain’t sure, ask someone. Don’t be shy. Better to ask a dumb question than to have a face full of pimples, I always say.
So, back to the main question, does starch clog pores? Well, it seems like it ain’t a simple yes or no answer. Some starch might, some starch might not. It depends on the kind of starch, how you use it, and what else you’re puttin’ on your face. You gotta be smart about it, you know? Pay attention to your skin. If somethin’ makes you break out, stop usin’ it. Plain and simple.
Like that modified cornstarch, if it’s safe and good for pimple-prone skin, maybe it’s alright. But if you’re slatherin’ regular cornstarch on your face and leavin’ it there all day, well, that might not be such a good idea. Common sense, I say. Just use your common sense.
Anyways, that’s my two cents on this whole starch and pores thing. I ain’t no expert, like I said, but I hope this helps a little. Just remember to keep your face clean, use good cleansers, and pay attention to what your skin is tellin’ you. And don’t go puttin’ just anythin’ on your face, you hear? Your face is important, gotta take care of it.
And if you’re still worried about clogged pores, go talk to a doctor or somethin’. They know more than I do, that’s for sure. Me, I’m just a simple gal, tryin’ to make sense of things, just like you. But I reckon we figured out some stuff today, didn’t we? Now, go on and take care of yourself, ya hear?
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