To remove a hickey quickly using toothpaste, the idea is based on the notion that toothpaste-especially mint-flavored-might stimulate blood circulation and create a tingling sensation that could help disperse the pooled blood causing the bruise. However, this is largely a myth without scientific backing, and toothpaste will not remove a hickey in seconds or erase it instantly

. If you still want to try toothpaste as a home remedy, here’s how it is commonly suggested:

• Apply a small amount of mint-flavored toothpaste directly onto the hickey.
• Leave it on for a few minutes until the tingling sensation stops.
• Then gently wipe it off with a warm, damp cloth.
• Avoid leaving toothpaste on for too long (no more than 2 hours) to prevent skin irritation or burning

This method may help slightly by increasing blood flow, but it will not make the hickey disappear instantly. Hickeys are bruises caused by broken blood vessels under the skin and typically take 1 to 2 weeks to heal naturally

. Additional tips to reduce the appearance of a hickey faster include:

• Using a cold compress or a cold spoon to reduce swelling.
• Gently massaging the area or using a soft toothbrush to stimulate circulation and disperse the blood clot.
• Applying creams like arnica or aloe vera to soothe the skin

In summary, toothpaste is not a proven quick fix to remove hickeys in seconds, but it can be tried cautiously as part of a broader approach to speed healing and reduce visibility