We're living in an age where everyone is trying to take a greener, more holistic approach to life. With that said, we can't all afford to buy organic beauty products. I sure can't! So if you want a more natural beauty routine, it's all about DIYing your regimen as often as you can. Don't know where to start? Begin by adding some baking soda into your beauty madness. You'd be surprised how many things you can do with this thing. Check it out!
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Use it as a dry shampoo
It's easy to find affordable dry shampoos these days, but why spend an extra couple of bucks every month when you can get the job done with a little bit of baking soda? All you have to do is add a small amount to your roots, tousle your hair and you're good to go! All for a just a fraction of the cost!
Use it as an acne treatment
I've been using baking soda as a natural acne spot treatment for years. Just try a mixture of baking soda and a teeny bit of water until it become pasty. Then apply to pimples using a cotton swab. I leave it on for a good 15 to 20 minutes or overnight.
Use it as a teeth whitener
My dentist dad showed me at a young age that nothing takes out stains quite like baking soda. There's a reason tons of tooth paste brands contain this powerful ingredient. Combine a teaspoon of baking soda with a few drops of hydrogen peroxide and use it like a whitening paste to brush your teeth. Not only does it whiten teeth but it also helps promote healthier gums and treats bad breath too.
Use it as a facial scrub
Looking for a gentle exfoliator? Add a teaspoon of baking soda to some water until it forms a paste and then massage it all over your damp skin using circular motions. It helps removes dead skin cells without irritating your face. It also leaves skin smooth, soft and polished!
Use it as a nail treatment
Nails tend to develop an ugly, yellowish stain after constantly painting them. I get the stains out by creating a baking soda and hydrogen peroxide mixture (the same kind I use on my teeth) and scrub on each and every nail. Trust me, this really works!
Use it as a clarifying shampoo
Growing up, my mom always washed my hair with baking soda to remove any excess buildup from swimming. All you have to do is add some to your favorite shampoo and that's it. I recommend you use a deeply moisturizing conditioner afterwards, though, because the baking soda can dry out your hair.
