10 Personal Uses of Baking Soda

1.Freshen your mouth: Mix one teaspoon of baking soda with half a glass of water then swish it around in your mouth for about 30 seconds. Spit and rinse. Those nasty odors will be neutralized.

1. Soothe an upset stomach : Did you know you can use baking soda to ease an upset stomach or to relieve heartburn? Just add 1/2 teaspoon of baking soda to 4 ounces of water. Dissolve completely in water and drink. You can repeat this every 2 hours.

2. Get silky skin and feel refreshed: Adding baking soda to your bath will give you silky skin and leave you feeling refreshed and relaxed. While running your bath water, add a ½ cup of baking soda and let it dissolve. Now, sink into your relaxing bath and let the power of baking soda help you feel restored.

3. Underarm refresh: Dusting a bit of baking soda on your armpits will eliminate odor. If you don’t have the time or ability to wash away the odors of your day, carry some baking soda and a few cotton balls in your purse or backpack. This is a handy tip for travelling, If you don’t have access to soap and water, use this little trick to eliminate odors and feel fresh.

4. Cleaning brushes and combs: For lustrous hair with more shine, it's important to keep your brushes and combs clean. To remove natural oil build-up and hair product residue, soak your combs and brushes in a solution of 1 teaspoon of baking soda dissolved in a small basin of warm water. Soak for at least an hour and then rinse and let air dry before using.

5. Gentle hand cleaner: Skip the harsh, chemical hand cleaners when you’re washing up after gardening or automotive repairs. Make a paste using 3 tablespoons of baking soda mixed with 1 tablespoon water. Mix thoroughly and use as you would any paste hand cleaner. Not only will your hands get very clean, but your skin will become on point.

6. Tired foot soak: Are your dogs barking from a long day on your feet? Try dissolving 3 tablespoons of baking soda into a basin of warm water. Soak your feet for 15-20 minutes. If you’d like to continue on with a pedicure, use the same ratio as the hand cleaner; 3 tablespoons of baking soda mixed with 1 tablespoon water. Use this paste to scrub your callouses and give a refreshing massage to your achy feet.

7. Get shiny hair: To get shiny, healthy looking hair add a bit of baking soda to your morning routine. Mix a quarter-sized amount of baking soda into your palm along with your favorite shampoo. Shampoo as usual and rinse thoroughly. All the gunk and residue that builds up in your hair from styling products will be removed so your hair will feel and smells cleaner and be more manageable.

8. Skip a shampoo: It’s good for your hair and scalp to skip a shampoo at least for a day. In order for your hair to feel clean and less oily on the non-shampooing days, take a teaspoon of baking soda in the palms of your hands and rub into your hair, especially your scalp. This will help dry out any oiliness and make your hair smell and feel fresh.

9. Skin exfoliator/scrub: Want to give your skin an all-over healthy glow? Mix up that same paste used for the hand cleaner and foot scrub using 3 parts baking soda to 1 part water. Rub this in a gentle, circular motion on your face and body.