I’m all for going natural, and so far, my experience has been such a pleasurable one (okay that sounded wrong) but seriously, making the change to natural skin care products has been of immense benefit to my sensitive skin. Ergo, I’m always on the lookout for new natural ingredients and remedies to try out, and I’m so excited to tell you about my new discovery: Apple cider vinegar.
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Apple cider vinegar is my most recent find. It has been rumored that apple cider can be used for weight loss and can also be used to make delicious meals. However, in this post, we will be exploring the various beauty tricks of apple cider as homemade remedies for your skin.
Here’s why you shouldn’t be going past ACV on the store rack henceforth:
It can be used as a skin soother – Apple cider has the capability to heal the skin, because of its antibacterial agent it prevents the skin from breaking out, cleansing and renewing the skin cell. To use, add eight ounces of apple cider in your bathtub of warm water, and soak in it for 15 minutes so that it can properly settle in. The soak will help renew and restore the skin’s balance because it has a high level of the protective acid mantle layer.
Facial toner – Apple cider naturally tones your face and skin due to it being a natural brightening agent. To use this for the face, mix together a cap full of apple cider in a teacup measurement of water, moisten a cotton ball and apply it on a clean and washed face. After this application, let it dry off on its own. The natural alpha hydroxyl in apple cider will allow your skin to absorb the solution and it will also tighten pores on your face.
It gives relief from sunburn – Sunburn is caused by the skin coming in direct contact with the sun. This in turn causes skin redness and other irritations. Thanks to apple cider, you can now have quick relief to sunburns. To use this, mix together ½ cup of apple cider vinegar with 2 full glasses of water, use a clean towel to apply the solution on the affected area and allow it dry out on its own. Apple cider helps balances the pH level of the skin, thereby preventing blisters and promoting healing.
To erase and heal razor bumps – Most people with sensitive skin get irritated after the use of razor on their skin especially in the armpit area. Thanks to apple cider we have been provided with a remedy to counter the effect from the use of razors on the skin. To use, soak an undiluted mixture of apple cider on a cotton wool and apply it on the affected area. For severe cases, first, apply honey on the affected area, rinse it off and apply the undiluted mixture of the apple cider on the affected area. The anti-inflammatory properties will help soothe the skin and the acetic acids soften the skin which allows ingrown hairs grow with ease.
Foot deodorant – For those of us who love to wear pumps 24/7, apple cider can be used to prevent foul stench. To use this solution, mix together a small teacup of apple cider vinegar and 4 full cups of warm water, soak your legs in for 15 minutes, rinse and dry it. You can also apply coconut oil to your feet after performing this ritual. Apple cider is full of antiseptic properties that prevent bad odor, and it also disinfects the feet because of its antifungal attributes.
Use apple cider for any of your beauty problems as listed above and you will be in for a treat.
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