To soothe itching or burning after shaving, mix 1 teaspoon of baking soda with 1 tablespoon of aloe vera gel . Leave on for 10 minutes for fast, natural relief .
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Bicarbonate + oat flakes: gentle mask
Ideal for sensitive skin . Mix 1 tablespoon of ground oatmeal with 1 teaspoon of baking soda and a little water. Apply for 10 minutes and rinse. Skin is left velvety, soothed, and soft.
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Bicarbonate + tea tree essential oil: natural antifungal
For feet or wet areas, mix 1 tablespoon of baking soda , 1 tablespoon of tea tree essential oil and 125 ml of water. Apply for 15 minutes on clean skin.
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Baking soda + cucumber juice: homemade deodorant
Mix 1 teaspoon of baking soda with 1 tablespoon of fresh cucumber juice . Apply to underarms for 10 minutes. This treatment refreshes, purifies and brightens the skin .
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Bicarbonate + rose water: balancing tonic
For clear and balanced skin , dilute 1/2 teaspoon of baking soda in 2 tablespoons of rose water . Apply with a cotton pad, without rinsing. Ideal for tightening pores and evening out skin tone.
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Bicarbonate + Epsom salt: relaxing detox bath
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