Using it as an alternative to typical skin care products, vinegar can offer surprising benefits. Organic apple cider vinegar, which is distilled from raw apples, is the most popular for a variety of beauty treatments. Combined with its anti-inflammatory properties, this product's acidity makes it a great natural alternative to take care of skin, hair and nails.
Steps
Method 1 of 3: Facial Beauty Treatments
Step 1. Make a toner
To do this, mix apple cider vinegar with other products you have around the house. Face tonics that contain apple cider vinegar help firm the skin, minimize pores and remove any makeup residue.
- The naturally occurring alpha hydroxy acids in apple cider vinegar help exfoliate the skin.
- To make this tonic, 1 part of apple cider vinegar and 4 parts of water are usually mixed.
- Considering the needs of your skin, other ingredients that you often already have at home can be added to the tonic, such as green tea, chamomile, witch hazel water or aloe vera gel.
- Before using the toner, shake the mixture to evenly distribute the ingredients, then soak a cotton ball and proceed with the application on the skin.
- Make sure you avoid the eye area.
- If the toner irritates your skin and causes a much more uncomfortable sensation than a mild tingle, rinse it off immediately.
Step 2. Use apple cider vinegar to treat pimples
Having antibacterial properties and being effective in clearing clogged pores, this product can be used to treat occasional impurities.
To treat a pimple, soak a cotton ball with 1 part vinegar and 2 parts water. Apply the solution to the affected area for 10 minutes. Repeat this process several times a day until the pimple is gone
Step 3. Make a soothing vinegar-based face mask
Along with other products you probably already have in the kitchen, apple cider vinegar can be used for the purpose of making an effective mask to brighten or soothe stressed skin. Since the pH of apple cider vinegar is similar to that of the skin, this treatment can have soothing and rebalancing properties.
- To make a soothing mask, mix 1 tablespoon of apple cider vinegar with 2 tablespoons of honey, then apply the mixture to clean skin. Leave the mask on for 20 minutes and rinse.
- Another recipe calls for ½ teaspoon of turmeric powder, ½ teaspoon of apple cider vinegar, 1 tablespoon of honey and ½ teaspoon of milk. Mix all the ingredients and apply the mask on your face for about 20 minutes. It will make the skin healthy and glowing.
Step 4. Use vinegar to fight age spots
The alpha hydroxy acids of apple cider vinegar exfoliate gently and can promote cell renewal in areas affected by dark spots.
- To do this, dilute 1 part of apple cider vinegar with 1 part of water. Soak a cotton ball with this mixture and apply it to the areas affected by stains. Leave on for 30 minutes before rinsing off.
- By doing this treatment twice a day for about 6 weeks, you will be able to observe a progressive fading of the spots.
Method 2 of 3: Hair and Nail Treatments
Step 1. Fight dandruff with vinegar
The white flakes and itchiness that accompany dandruff can occur if the skin is oily, dry, or affected by a fungus. Vinegar can help relieve these symptoms in several ways.
- The antifungal properties of apple cider vinegar can be effective in eliminating the fungus, if this is the cause of dandruff.
- The exfoliating properties of vinegar help remove dead skin cells from the scalp, again relieving symptoms associated with dandruff.
- To prepare a dandruff treatment, 2 tablespoons of apple cider vinegar are commonly mixed with 2 tablespoons of warm water. Massage the mixture into your scalp for 5 minutes, then rinse and shampoo. Repeat 2 to 3 times a week.
Step 2. Make your hair shinier
Incorporating apple cider vinegar into your hair beauty rituals can make your hair much more beautiful.
- Vinegar helps dissolve and remove build-up of products used for styling and pollutants. These substances can make hair dull and dull.
- After shampooing, apply a mixture of 2 tablespoons of apple cider vinegar and 1 cup of warm water to your hair. Rinse and apply conditioner as usual.
- Rinsing with vinegar helps close the cuticles, allowing the hair to hold more water and appear shiny. Plus, it helps prevent split ends.
Step 3. Use vinegar to treat your nails
The enzymes and nutrients found in apple cider vinegar help solve a number of nail problems.
- Soak yellowed nails in apple cider vinegar once a day to remove stains. Yellowing is often caused by a fungus that can be counteracted by soaking nails in vinegar.
- Vinegar can also be used to keep cuticles healthy. Crush some fresh pineapple pulp and mix it with the vinegar, then massage the mixture into your cuticles. Rinse after a few minutes.
- Before applying nail polish, clean your nails with a cotton swab dipped in vinegar to make the manicure last longer.
Method 3 of 3: Remedies for Other Blemishes
Step 1. Remove bad smells from your feet
There is no need to use expensive sprays or powders to combat bad odors. Taking a quick foot bath with an apple cider vinegar solution can help solve the problem.
- The antiseptic properties of apple cider vinegar help disinfect the feet and eliminate the bacteria responsible for bad odors.
- Mix 1 cup of apple cider vinegar with 4 cups of warm water in a basin. Leave your feet to soak for 15 minutes, then rinse and dry them.
Step 2. Fight athlete's foot
This fungal infection can be treated quickly and easily with vinegar. Make a solution of 1 part vinegar and 2 parts warm water. Using it to take a daily foot bath can help relieve itching and other symptoms associated with the infection.
Step 3. Fight warts
Try this natural method of removing warts. Soak a cotton pad in apple cider vinegar and fix it on the wart with a band-aid. Leave it on overnight and repeat the treatment daily until the wart is gone.
Step 4. Relieves shaving irritation
The bumps accompanied by redness and itching that sometimes occur after shaving can be alleviated thanks to the anti-inflammatory properties of apple cider vinegar. Just soak a cotton ball with a solution of water and vinegar, and then pass it on the irritated areas. The mixture will soothe the skin, not to mention that it will help you exfoliate and fight ingrown hair.
Warnings
- Do not apply vinegar directly to the face and body without diluting it first. It can burn the skin.
- Before applying a new solution to your face, test it on your hand to make sure it doesn't irritate your skin. The skin on the face is more delicate than the rest of the body.
- When using apple cider vinegar for facials, make sure you always apply sunscreen. The acidic substances in this product can make the skin more sensitive to ultraviolet rays from the sun.
