Salt is often found in Central Africa, where it is often used in cooking as a seasoning. Salt is used a lot, but little is known about its other uses, such as beauty. Did you know that salt can make you feel better? Trust many people in the city induction surprised, a small salt should have such a good effect, following the career knowledge to understand it!
1, oil control toner
Salt deeply cleans pores, balances oil excretion, prevents bacteria from damaging the skin, and prevents breakouts and pimples.
Directions: In a spray bottle, mix four tablespoons of sea salt with 120 grams of warm water until the salt is dissolved. Spray on clean, dry skin once or twice a day.
2, oil control mask
Salt and honey both have anti-inflammatory properties that soothe and calm the skin, as well as help balance oil excretion and keep the skin moisturized.
Directions: Mix 2 tablespoons of sea salt and 4 tablespoons of raw honey into a smooth paste, apply to the skin (block the area around the eyes), leave for 10 to 15 minutes, soak a cotton cloth in warm water, gently wipe clean, place the cloth over your face for 30 seconds, then rinse with warm water, while making gentle circular motions with your fingers.
3. Body Scrub
Salt is a natural exfoliating tool, its own minerals soften the skin and restore moisture.
Usage: Direct application of salt is not accurate use, not only can not help us improve the condition of the skin, but also damage our skin! So what’s the right thing to do? Mix 1/4 cup of salt with 1/2 cup of olive oil, then add a few essential oils. It’s easy to remove dead skin when you’re in the shower!
4. Reactivating scrub
Salt softens the skin, aloe vera has moisturizing and healing properties, and lavender is a natural antibacterial and stimulates blood circulation.
Usage: Mix half a teacup of salt, a quarter of a teacup of aloe vera juice (gel), a quarter of a teacup of olive oil, a tablespoon of dried lavender flowers and 10 drops of lavender essential oil. After the inclusions have turned to paste, use a loofah towel or palm to apply to the skin while showering, cleansing and activating the skin in circular motions.
5. Relax the salt bath
Salt absorbs dirt, dirt, and toxins, cleansing hair deeply, and the magnesium in salt also helps to drain and eliminate puffiness, which means a salt bath is a real beauty bath.
Directions: Fill a tub with warm water, then add a third of a cup of sea salt, and soak for 15 to 30 minutes.
6, dandruff care nurse
Salt helps to get rid of the buildup of skin on your scalp and stimulates good blood circulation. It also absorbs excess oil and prevents fungal growth, which can inhibit dandruff.
Usage: Before shampoo, put the hair out, pour a tablespoon of salt on the scalp, dip your fingers in warm water, massage the scalp for 10 to 15 minutes, and then shampoo, anti-dandruff effect is immediate.
7. Teeth whitening agent
Salt and baking soda can be used as a whitening toothpaste to remove stains from teeth. The fluoride in salt is good for your teeth and gums.
How to use it: Mix in a teaspoon of sea salt and two tablespoons of baking soda, plus a dash of your usual toothpaste, and brush your teeth.
8. Natural mouthwash
Salt is bactericidal and can prevent bad breath and gingivitis.
Directions: Mix half a teaspoon of salt, half a teaspoon of baking soda and a quarter cup of water until the salt melts, then rinse as if it were mouthwash.
9. Polish agent
Salt will soften the cuticle of the skin and nails, while baking soda will remove stains and restore shine.
Directions: In a small bowl, mix 1 teaspoon of salt, 1 teaspoon of baking soda, 1 teaspoon of lemon juice and 1/2 cup of warm water. Soak your fingers in water for 10 minutes, then scrub with a soft hand brush. Rinse your hands and apply hand cream.
10, the role of intestinal clearing
Saltwater cleansing is a popular way of cleansing intestine. Salt water purging refers to drinking a certain amount of salt water on an empty stomach in the morning, and then combining yoga exercises to achieve the effect of purging the intestine. Saline clear intestinal way simple, can stimulate the peristalsis of the stomach, promote blood circulation, pour toxins in the body.
