TikToker's Are Obsessed With ‘Chlorophyll Water,’ But What Exactly Is It? 

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Chlorophyll water is the new apple a day and TikTokers are going nuts over the new craze. Now, yes, there have been several TikTok “health hacks” and “beauty trends” but this one allegedly has some science behind it. Acne and breakouts are a pain in the butt and apparently, one of the supposed benefits of chlorophyll is calming and clearing up the irritation of acne. It is as simple as putting a few drops of chlorophyll (liquid or powder) in a glass of ice water, mix, and consume! and just like that, you will begin to see changes in your skin.

This sounds like a miracle cure but what exactly is chlorophyll? And why did it all of a sudden become the new trend for treating acne? According to several popular doctors on social media, there are no known scientific benefits on acne if you drink chlorophyll water but that doesn’t mean it isn’t effective in other ways. “Chlorophyll is what allows plants to convert sunlight to energy, as well as what gives plants their green color,” shared board-certified dermatologist and chief medical officer at Sanova Dermatology, Ted Lain, MD.

Speaking with POPSUGAR, Dr. Lain also noted, “Liquid chlorophyll contains chlorophyllin, which is complexed with copper, ensuring the delivery of actual chlorophyll to the bloodstream.” He describes chlorophyll as a “potent antioxidant” meaning that it can reduce the damage and stress of being exposed to the environment and the sunlight. Chlorophyll is mostly known for aiding plants in the photosynthesis process, working in conjunction with the sun. So, if it can help the plants, it must be able to help humans, right?

Dr. Muneeb Shah, a dermatologist with a large following on TikTok shared with Insider.com “Liquid chlorophyll has not been proven to have any effect on acne or redness, but given its anti-inflammatory properties, it could have some benefit.” So, what about all the TikTokers claiming to see a dramatic change in their skin? “Users are drinking more water as a result of this liquid chlorophyll trend, so adequate hydration may also be playing a role.” More water is always great.

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Dr. Shah also advises people to not over do it on the chlorophyll. It has only happened in rare cases but there is such a thing as ingesting too much chlorophyll which can lead to "'pseudoporphyria,” described as a blistering rash that can be triggered by going into the sun. According to Dr. Shah, “the risk is low but still possible.” However, for the most part, “I don't think it's a bad option – I've certainly seen worse.” So, the moral of the story, regular water is just as effective, Dr. Shah and Dr. Lain both recommend a traditional, dermatologist-recommended acne treatment. Finally, both doctors agree that they would rather just eat their leafy, green vegetables!