Baking soda can help you get rid of pimples! First of all it is able to absorb the skin oils that cause the appearance of acne; moreover, thanks to its delicate exfoliating action, it allows you to remove dead epithelial cells that clog the pores. You can use it both on the face and on the body. Continue reading the article: you will discover that there are several ways to cleanse your skin with baking soda.
Steps
Method 1 of 3: Getting Rid of Pimples on the Face
Step 1. Use baking soda to perform a localized facial treatment
First of all mix it with water, in equal parts, in a small bowl. You will get a rather thick paste; once ready, apply it directly on the pimples you want to get rid of.
- You can leave the baking soda on for a couple of hours or even overnight while you sleep.
- At the end of the exposure time, remove the baking soda by washing your face or wiping your skin with a cloth moistened with warm water.
- If your skin becomes irritated or acne gets worse, stop using baking soda this way.
Step 2. Try using baking soda as a scrub once a week
Thanks to its light exfoliating action it is useful for removing dead skin cells, which can clog pores and cause pimples to appear. The recipe for preparing a homemade scrub with baking soda is very simple, just add a teaspoon of it to the cleanser you usually use to wash your face.
- If you don't have a suitable cleaner at home, add it to the same amount of raw honey.
- When it's time to wash your face, gently scrub your skin with your home scrub, making small circular motions. Be careful not to rub the skin too hard and avoid the eye area.
Step 3. Use baking soda to make a face mask once a week
This weekly treatment can help rid your skin of pimples. Preparing the mask is really simple: mix two tablespoons of baking soda with two tablespoons of water in a bowl. Once ready, spread the mask all over your face, with the exception of the eye area.
- Leave the mask on for 15-30 minutes before rinsing the skin with warm water.
- If the mixture seems too thick to be able to spread it easily on your face or, on the contrary, too liquid not to drip, adjust the quantity of the two ingredients accordingly.
Method 2 of 3: Getting Rid of Pimples on the Body
Step 1. Add the baking soda to the bath water
Taking a bath in water and baking soda is a simple and effective way to get rid of pimples on the body. After filling the bathtub with hot water, add 120 g of baking soda.
- While relaxing in the bathtub, gently scrub your skin with a loofah soaked in water and baking soda.
- Stay in the tub for 15-30 minutes.
Step 2. Try using baking soda as a body scrub
Exfoliating the skin is a good way to prevent pores from becoming clogged and pimples and blackheads from appearing. All you need to do to make a homemade body scrub is to mix three parts of baking soda with one part of water in a small container. Once ready, gently rub it into your skin and finally step into the shower to rinse it off.
You can also add baking soda to your shower gel
Step 3. Make a clarifying shampoo with baking soda to prevent acne on the neck and back
The purpose of this type of shampoo is to remove dirt, but especially the build-up of the products you use on your hair, which can cause pimples to appear on the neck and back area. If you want to make a clarifying shampoo with baking soda, add half a teaspoon to the container of your usual shampoo, then use it to wash your hair as you normally do.
- At the end, remember to rinse your hair thoroughly, so as not to risk that the baking soda residues dry the skin of the scalp.
- Use your homemade clarifying shampoo once a month.
Method 3 of 3: Other Bicarbonate Remedies
Step 1. Make a paste to apply to the most annoying pimples using honey, lemon juice and baking soda
The doses to be used are as follows: 1 teaspoon of honey, 1/2 teaspoon of lemon juice and 1/2 teaspoon of baking soda. Mix the three ingredients in a small bowl, then apply the paste mixture on the sore pimples you want to get rid of.
Lemon juice and baking soda have the ability to dry out pimples, while honey will reduce inflammation, while also alleviating redness and swelling
Step 2. Make a hydrating scrub with baking soda, avocado oil, and lavender oil
Pour two tablespoons of baking soda and avocado oil into a small bowl, then add a few drops of lavender oil and mix thoroughly.
- When it's time to use this moisturizing scrub, gently massage it into cleansed facial skin for about 5 minutes. Finish the treatment with a thorough rinse.
- Use this scrub once a week to prevent pimples from appearing on your face.
Step 3. Make a scented scrub by mixing an essential oil with baking soda
Essential oils, such as lavender, peppermint or lime, give the scrub a pleasant and relaxing scent. Simply mix three parts of baking soda with one part of water and then add a few drops of your favorite essential oil.
