A 13-Cent Facial Scrub & More Surprising Uses for Baking Soda Baking soda is the shocking statement piece of the season. That lonely yellow box in the back of the refrigerator is the starting point for some smart budget beauty and style tricks
By Kate Winick - January 8, 2013
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8 Read FACE SCRUB: A paste of 3 parts baking soda to 1 part water makes a gentle, unscented facial scrub.
SHAMPOO BOOSTER: Pour your usual amount of shampoo into your palm and add a pinch of baking soda to deep-clean your hair and remove product residue.
SUNBURN SOOTHER: Soak a washcloth in a solution of four tablespoons of baking soda dissolved in one quart of water, and apply it to the sunburned area.
TOOTHPASTE: Mix baking soda and hydrogen peroxide to make your own toothpaste, or brush with baking soda alone for a quick whitening boost.
MOSQUITO BITE SOOTHER: Make a paste out of baking soda and water and apply to your bites to calm irritation.
MOUTHWASH: Dilute a teaspoon of baking soda in a small glass of water, and use it as a non-alcohol-based alternative.
EXFOLIATING BODY WASH: Fill a sealable container halfway with baking soda, then add 10-15 drops of an essential oil and add water until you reach your desired consistency.
DEODORANT: Skip the harsh chemicals and use your fingers or a powder puff to apply baking soda lightly to your underarms.
HAND SOFTENER: Add 3 parts baking soda to 1 part gentle liquid hand soap to gently smooth your skin.
COOKING ODOR REMOVER: If you’ve been handling fish or chopping garlic, a paste of baking soda and water will neutralize the smell on your hands.
FOOT SCRUB: Fill a tub with warm water and dissolve 3 tablespoons of baking soda, then use a pumice stone to scrub.
MANI/PEDI: Dip your nail brush in baking soda to clean your nails and remove discolorations from old polish, as well as soften your cuticles.
DANDRUFF FIGHTER: Massage baking soda into the roots of your hair instead of shampooing for a couple of weeks to remove flakes and clean your scalp.
COMB CLEANER: Just like your hair, your hairbrush gets coated with oil and product buildup—cover them in a bowl of warm water and add a teaspoon or two of baking soda to clean, and rinse before using.
Havent tried these yet but hope they will be of some helpStatistics: Posted by pamella — 26 Jan 2014, 21:00
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