India, March 30 -- A skincare expert has revealed a connection between acne breakouts and your teeth-brushing routine. Dr. Mehss, a medical student from Turkey, suggests that the order in which you brush your teeth could be contributing to unwanted pimples.

In a viral TikTok, Dr. Mehss shared photos of patients with breakouts around their chin, mouth, and jawline, captioning the clip: "POV: You brush your teeth after washing your face."

Dr. Mehss explained that brushing your teeth after cleansing your face allows bacteria from your mouth to spread to your skin, potentially causing acne. Additionally, leftover toothpaste residue can lead to dryness and irritation.

"If you brush your teeth after washing your face, you may be doing your s...