We all know that bi-carb soda is a life saver when it comes to cleaning the home – but it can also be used as a DIY beauty product.
Also known as baking soda, most people envision images of spotless surfaces and cupboards but not many know that it can also be included in every beauty routine.
With some Australian brands selling a 500 gram box for only $2.40, it can be used to do anything from removing patchy fake tan to exfoliating skin.
An easy way to hydrate is to combine a quarter teaspoon of bi-carb with regular shower gel or body wash and mix it all together
Skin tends to be dryer in the winter months and now that summer is right around the corner it’s time for people to prepare themselves.
An easy way to hydrate is to combine a quarter teaspoon of bi-carb with regular shower gel or body wash and mix it all together.
For the mixture to be most effective the soda has to be completely dissolved as this is what will also remove dead skin.
It’s frustrating having to deal with patchy fake tan but the affordable powder has again proven why it’s such a life saver as half a cup of bi-carb with half a cup of lemon juice can work miracles.
An easy way to hydrate is to combine a quarter teaspoon of bi-carb with regular shower gel or body wash and mix it all together
Once applied to fake tan effected skin and left for a few minutes the blend will easily remove fake tan once in the shower.
It can also be used to remedy tired, damaged or greasy hair as a baking soda hair mask will assist in stripping out all unnecessary chemicals.
To make an effective mask people need to make a paste using bi-carb and water and how much people need will all depend on their hair thickness and length.
It has to be left on the hair for 10 to 15 minutes before being rinsed out thoroughly then shampooed and conditioned.
If you want a cheaper alternative to dry shampoo, bi-carb is a saviour for oily roots.
People can also use bi-carb soda as a dry shampoo as people can sprinkle a small amount on their roots
Sprinkle a small amount of the soda on greasy hair and move it through, covering all roots and shaking out any excess.
You can also soothe a black eye simply with a paste of bi-carb on a cold cloth applied to the area and use the same past to soothe itchy skin.
You can even use the product to replace other things already in your health and beauty routine. Instead of buying mouthwash, add one teaspoon of bi-carb to a small glass of warm water. Swish around your mouth and ta-da; fresh breath!
If you want a more natural deodorant, stay away from chemicals and just dust some bi-carb under your arms to absorb odours and sweat.
If your issue is acne, bi-carb can also be used to help fight blackheads. Spreading a bi-carb paste on the areas you tend to get spots for a couple of minutes once a week can help.
You can even use it instead of toothpaste. Simply apply a small amount on a damp toothbrush, then brush and rinse as usual.