you can even apply olive oil or your favorite moisturizer on the affected
area. A few drops of tea tree oil, or honey can be added into the baking
soda paste to avoid over dryness. In order to retain some pH to the
skin, some experts suggest spraying your face with thinned apple cider vinegar
You must have heard about the use of baking soda
or sodium bicarbonate as an excellent multipurpose cleaning, deodorizing and
baking agent. But do you know that this chemical compound can be used on your
skin to treat acne? Sounding odd?
But the truth is that baking soda –
popularly known as bread soda, cooking soda, or sodium bicarbonate – is an
excellent mineral that can find a place of pride in your daily beauty routine . Do not confuse baking soda with baking powder. Baking
Powder can do harm to your skin
Acne/pimple is a common and grave problem faced by many people,
especially in their adolescence. You must have tried many acne removing creams and medicines and is still fighting with more
acnes and acne scars.
Baking soda is a classic home remedy to reduce acne, acne scars and a
host of other skin problems. Many people around the world are satisfied with
the ability of baking soda in curing their acne and in
vanishing .facial blemishes Since baking
soda treatment is an easy and inexpensive way to clear one’s skin, it
is really worth a try.
Tips
To Use Baking Soda For Acne Treatment
First remove all your makeup with a gentle cleanser or face wash. Do not
rub your face with a towel, but let the face get dry on its own. The face
should be little damp. Take sufficient amount of baking soda
(depending on the number of acnes you have) and mix it with little water.
The consistency should be of that of a cream. If it is too loose, the
mixture will run over your face. Apply this mixture on your acnes by
marking spots. Let this leave there for 10-15 minutes and not longer
than 20 minutes. Wash off with plain warm water. You will discover a change
after two or three applications.
First try thisbaking soda spot treatment
once or twice a week. Bring up the frequency gradually allowing your skin to
get adjusted to this new beauty regimen. Once you are used to it and
comfortable with the product, even daily use is recommended for more
effectiveness.
Tips to
Use Baking Soda For Erasing Acne Scars
Acne Scars can be removed from your face using baking soda as an
excellent exfoliate. Make a mixture of baking soda and water in thick
consistency. Apply this paste on the affected area and rub in circular motion.
Let it stay on your skin for 10 minutes and wash it off to discover smooth
skin.
It is recommended to moisturize your skin after doing baking soda
treatment to avoid excessive dryness. Apply honey to your face and
rinse off after ten minutes. Honey is a .natural moisturizer
How Does
Baking Soda Help in Clearing Acne and Blemishes
Exfoliating and neutralizing
properties of baking soda help
in enhanced skin cell turnover rate. Since new skin cells are generated, acne
and acne marks will become less visible.
Non-scarred areas lying underneath will be exposed giving a special glow to
your face. This chemical is pH neutral and non-toxic, and comes in the form of
fine powder. Since the granules are soft, rubbing it on your skin will not do
any harm. Some people’s skin may be over sensitive. If any irritation occurs,
treatment should be halted.
The cleaning proerties of baking
soda kill bacteria that cause acne and remove dead skins that causes
oil and dirt blockage. Since baking soda is conveniently available and
inexpensive ingredient, why don’t you give it a try to discover blemish and
acne-free glowing skin?
