Pantry to pretty: Beauty hacks straight from your kitchen!
What's the story
Beauty routines can easily burn a hole in your pocket, but some of the best solutions are sitting right in your kitchen. Using pantry staples for beauty hacks is not just economical, but also a natural way to pamper your skin and hair. These humble ingredients can offer you surprising benefits without emptying your pockets. Here are some budget-friendly beauty hacks with pantry items you may already have at home.
Natural hydration
Honey for moisturizing
We all know how good honey is for the skin. It is a natural humectant, which means it helps lock moisture in the skin. Applying a thin layer of honey on your face, and letting it stay for about ten minutes can hydrate and soften your skin. Rinse off with warm water to reveal a fresh glow. Plus, this simple hack uses something affordable and easily available.
Gentle scrub
Baking soda as exfoliant
Baking soda is an excellent exfoliant, which helps get rid of dead skin cells gently. Mix one tablespoon of baking soda with two tablespoons of water to form a paste. Gently massage this mixture on your face in circular motions and rinse thoroughly with water. This way you can have smoother skin without spending much and without the use of harsh chemicals.
Nourishing treatment
Coconut oil for hair care
Coconut oil has always been known for its nourishing properties, which is why it is perfect for hair care. Apply coconut oil to the ends of your hair or use it as an overnight mask by applying it from roots to tips before washing it out in the morning. It reduces frizz and adds shine, serving as a budget-friendly alternative to expensive hair treatments.
Soothing remedy
Oatmeal face mask
Oatmeal has soothing properties that can calm irritated/sensitive skin. For an oatmeal face mask, blend one cup of oats into a fine powder and mix with sufficient water to make a paste-like consistency. Apply this mixture evenly on your face, keep it on for 15 minutes, then rinse off with lukewarm water.
Refreshing boost
Lemon juice brightening toner
Lemon juice makes for an excellent natural toner. Its acidic nature helps balance out the pH level of the skin, while brightening complexion over time with regular use (make sure you don't have sensitive/broken skin). Dilute lemon juice with equal parts water, before applying gently with cotton pads across cleansed facial areas, avoiding eye contact completely; rinse after five minutes if needed, depending upon sensitivity levels experienced during the application process itself.