Baking Soda 7 Surprising Beautification Uses
Baking soda is commonly used for culinary and baking purposes, but it can also use as an alternative for some expensive spa treatments.
Sodium bicarbonate is very popular worldwide for cooking and baking purposes. It is used in baking cakes, bread, cookies and other pastries. Aside from being an ingredient for baking it is also known for treating several kinds of diseases,
It is used to restore kidneys health, used by smokers to quit smoking, whitening teeth, deodorant, freshening breath, relief heartburn, and insect bites. Aside, from this health benefits it is also beneficial for the skin.
Hair Clarifier
Baking soda can remove the sticky feeling and limp appearance caused by using hair sprays, mousse, and other hair products. Sprinkle a quarter amount of it in your shampoo then wash and rinse it well for a more manageable hair.
Hairbrush Cleaner
Put 1 teaspoon of baking soda in a basin of water and soak the hairbrush for 20 minutes. Wash and rinse it well, then your hairbrush is completely dirt-free.
Facial Scrub
Mix three parts of baking soda in water and gently rub it into your face in a circular motion, then wash it with a clean water.
Artificial Tan Remover
Dissolve three parts of baking soda in one part of water and apply it to the part of skin which has self-tanner. Gently scrub it to remove tan.
Deodorant
Baking soda can be also used as a deodorant for those who have a sensitive skin. It neutralizes odor and acids and prevents from staining the clothes.
Razor Burn Soother
Dissolve 1 teaspoon of baking soda in a 1 cup of water. Apply the solution on the affected areas and leave it for about 5 minutes.
Nail Scrub
Dissolve 3 parts of baking soda in one part of water. Dip the nail brush into the solution and start brushing the nail either in hands or feet in a circular motion, then rinse it well with warm water.