India, March 16 -- With many skincare fads and trends buzzing on social media, unconventional ingredients are applied on skin to treat skin issues. One such is garlic- a home remedy of applying garlic cloves on acnes but despite having antibacterial properties, it still can worsen the breakouts instead of healing them.

Dr Aanchal Panth took to Instagram to share why one should avoid falling into the trap of using garlic on acne.

Garlic may seem like a beneficial remedy at first glance, making it appear ideal for treating acne. However, don't be fooled, its effects can be deceptive, not only worsening existing skin concerns but also damaging healthy skin texture. Garlic causes burns on the skin, and leaves dark spots on the skin.

Dr Aan...