All beekeeping products have the most beneficial effects on the human body. This also applies to honey, which can help both in overcoming some painful conditions and in preserving beauty.
We will tell you in detail how to use honey and soda to prepare masks and scrubs with different ingredients for different skin types in this article.
Beneficial features
By combining two main components - honey and soda, you can prepare recipes from them that will have the most beneficial effect on the condition of the epidermis. This is ensured by the fact that soda is able to cleanse even the oiliest skin that is prone to acne. And honey saturates the epidermis with all the necessary nutrients.
Soda
Sodium bicarbonate can relieve impurities from skin prone to problematic rashes and excessive sebum production. If you first expand the pores, then baking soda very effectively removes accumulated secretions, preventing the appearance of inflamed pimples.
In addition, it always has a drying effect and is able to narrow overly enlarged pores, which has the most beneficial effect on oily skin.
Honey
This bee product has an antimicrobial effect, so it perfectly complements sodium bicarbonate. In addition, it is able to soften keratinized or too dry areas on the face, hands and neck area.
Prevents further drying out even in unfavorable weather conditions. And as an additional bonus, it is worth noting that honey can saturate the skin with essential microelements and vitamins.
Baking soda in skin care products
Sodium bicarbonate has powerful antibacterial and emollient properties. This is what is valuable in beauty recipes.
Please note that facial soda is not included in the series of daily procedures (scrubbing is carried out 1-2 times weekly).
When it gets on our skin (as you know, its normal alkaline balance is pH 5.5), soda powder increases this balance with its alkaline reaction.
The destruction of lipids (fat cells) begins on the epidermis. Lipids create a kind of protective mantle on the surface of the skin. Deprived of it, the skin dries out and begins to peel off. But only if the sebaceous glands function normally, without excessive fat secretion.
It is forbidden! Use soda under the following conditions:
- The location of the capillaries is close to the surface of the dermis
- If you have diseases of the circulatory system
- Skin is hypersensitive and thin
- Severe inflammatory processes
- For open wounds and scratches
Baking soda is the best helper for oily skin. It will help narrow enlarged pores, remove sebaceous shine, reduce the number of acne, and remove blackheads (comedones). Its anti-inflammatory properties also come in handy here.
In addition, sodium bicarbonate absorbs various toxins, all harmful substances that remain on the epidermis after foundation and powder.
Indications for use
When the question arises for whom a mask of soda and honey will have the most beneficial effect, it must be taken into account that it is best used in the following cases:
- When the superficial epidermis secretes excess sebum, causing the skin to appear oily and unkempt all the time.
- For the problem of enlarged pores.
- When the complexion seems dull.
Benefits for the skin
The unique properties of soda make it indispensable in the fight against various skin defects. Soda peeling is the most budget-friendly option for cleansing at home. But, given the aggressive effect of soda on the epidermis, scrubbing dry and sensitive skin with sodium bicarbonate is not recommended. The product is perfect for treating oily, freckled, pigmented and problematic skin with inflamed elements. Using regular soda you can:
- Thoroughly cleanse the dermis of cosmetics, dirt, sweat, and gently remove dead cells.
- Activate skin restoration at the cellular level.
- Reduce the number of blackheads, acne, pimples.
- Relieve redness and inflammation of the skin, brighten and improve complexion.
- Soften the dermis and tighten the pores.
- Remove toxins and impurities.
- Normalize the activity of the glands that secrete sebum, eliminate oily sheen.
- Restore acid-base balance.
- Reduce skin sagging and the number of fine wrinkles.
- Make freckles and age spots less noticeable.
Facial peeling with the addition of soda is a leader in accessibility and effectiveness in the fight against acne and blackheads.
Recipes
There are several options for recipes for masks and facial scrubs made from soda and honey, which we will talk about in more detail. This is important to take into account, since each of them copes with their own, strictly individual problem.
For dry skin
If dry or dry skin tends to predominate on the face, neck and décolleté, you can use the following mask of baking soda and honey:
- You need to take 1 tablespoon of any type of bee product. If it has crystallized, then bring it in a water bath no higher than +50°C.
- Then add the same amount of heavy cream.
- Add a pinch of soda to the mixture.
- Mix everything thoroughly until a homogeneous consistency is obtained.
Apply an even layer to the skin and leave for 15 minutes. Then you need to rinse with warm water. If there is a feeling of tightness, you can take a couple of drops of warm olive or flaxseed oil and apply it evenly with tapping movements over the entire surface of the face and neck.
For acne
To remove unsightly acne from your face and get rid of inflamed pimples, you can use a recipe for an acne mask with honey and soda, to which freshly squeezed aloe leaf juice is added. The fact is that this plant extract promotes rapid healing, relieves inflammation and heals small scars from old acne.
To prepare it you need:
- Take 2 tablespoons of aloe juice. It is necessary to take only leaves located at the bottom of the plant and which have reached the age of 5 years or more. Then they need to be picked and put in the refrigerator for 5 days. Only then squeeze the juice out of them - this way you can get all the most valuable things from the leaves in the maximum quantity.
- Then add 2 tablespoons of honey and a pinch of soda. Mix everything thoroughly and apply to the face for 15-20 minutes.
- Then rinse with warm water.
For oily skin
To eliminate excess shine, you need to use a mask with honey and soda for the face, to which oatmeal is added. This way you can achieve maximum effectiveness and give your skin a matte finish instead of an oily sheen. To make such a mask you need:
- Take 1 tablespoon of whole grain oat flakes and put them in a coffee grinder. Grind into flour and pour into a deep bowl.
- Then add a pinch of soda to them and mix everything thoroughly.
- Then add 1-1.5 tablespoons of liquid honey and once again bring the consistency until smooth.
- Keep this mixture on your face for 15-20 minutes. Then it is washed off with warm water.
- If your skin is very oily, you can also add a few drops of freshly squeezed lemon juice to the mask. It will further disinfect the epidermis, eliminating unpleasant redness. But remember that if there are wounds on the face, then lemon juice can irritate them even more and cause temporary redness.
Scrub
Honey and soda for the face will bring benefits not only in the form of a mask, but also in the form of a scrub. The recipe is also extremely simple to prepare:
- You need to take 2 teaspoons of coffee beans and grind them in a coffee grinder to a powder.
- Add a large pinch of soda to them.
- Then add one teaspoon of liquid honey.
Stir the mixture until smooth. You should knead long enough, as this will allow the soda to be distributed fairly evenly. This is important to do, since there is not much of it in the recipe and, due to the viscous sweet nectar, it may not be distributed throughout the entire volume. Therefore, do not be lazy and mix, at least 2-3 minutes quite intensively.
Soda and toothpaste
Baking soda mixed with toothpaste is a fairly popular remedy for comedones. It can be used for various skin types. But it is not recommended for overly sensitive and dry skin.
In order for the product to be effective and as safe as possible, it is necessary to use high-quality products for its preparation. So, pay attention to the expiration date of the soda. It should have a powdery consistency and there should be no large, hard lumps. Toothpaste can only be used white, without aromatic or other chemical additives. It should also not contain abrasive particles.
It is very simple to prepare a mixture for comedones. To do this, in a small bowl, combine toothpaste, water and sodium bicarbonate, taken in equal parts. Wash your face and steam it over a cup of hot water. Take a clean, soft-bristled toothbrush and apply the mixture to problem areas while gently massaging into the skin. In 10 minutes. remove the mixture from the epidermis with a damp towel. After this, you need to apply a nourishing or moisturizing cream to the skin.
Rules and frequency of use
It is necessary to take into account that honey is an allergenic product, so if there is a food allergy to it, then a dermatological allergy may also occur. Therefore, you should not tempt fate and it is better to smear a small piece of skin in the elbow area with a bee product. Leave for 10-20 minutes and then rinse. If redness does not occur in this area, then you can use masks with such ingredients without fear.
You should not use such masks more often than 1 or maximum 2 times a week, and then only when absolutely necessary.
All formulations are applied to slightly moisturized skin, this rule especially applies to scrubs. In this case, excessively intense friction and disruption of the integrity of the epidermis can be avoided.
Be very careful when using formulations when there are non-healing ulcers on the face.
Scrub and masks for cleansing the face with baking soda, lemon and honey: recipes
Baking soda, honey and lemon are excellent ingredients for scrubs and masks against blackheads. You can apply a mask of the indicated components to problem areas or scrub the skin for 10 minutes. If desired, you can add olive oil to the mixture.
This mask is very suitable for oily skin, as it helps tighten pores. The scrub also allows you to efficiently and effectively get rid of blackheads.
Mask components
First, mix soda with lemon juice, after you hear a hiss, add honey. Take all components in equal quantities - 1 tbsp.
Contraindications
Contraindications can be divided into two types:
- The first group includes the complete exclusion of these drugs, as they can cause an allergic reaction. This manifests itself in those people who cannot tolerate bee products in any form.
- The second group includes people who do not react with an allergy to sweet nectar from hives, but their skin is hypersensitive. The fact is that soda may be too aggressive an environment for such an epidermis. As a result, after several or even single uses, irritation and redness may occur.
In all other cases, these recipes deserve the closest attention and use to get rid of problems.
How to use coconut oil and baking soda on your face?
This mask perfectly helps to cope with dead cells and sebum. The benefits of this mask are as follows:
- Deep cleansing of pores
- Normalization of pH balance
- Elimination of skin inflammation
- Nourish and moisturize the skin
- Ability to heal wounds
Ingredients:
- 2 tsp coconut oil
- 1 tsp soda
Mask with baking soda and coconut oil
Application:
- Apply the paste mixture for 5 minutes.
- Rinse with warm water, procedure frequency – 2 rubles per month.
We advise you to take into account that this mask cannot be stored, so it is better to reduce the indicated amount of ingredients in half. It is better to wash off the mask with a damp sponge, as it is quite greasy.
Face mask with sour cream and baking soda: recipe
This mask helps not only cleanse the skin of the face, but also moisturize it. Therefore, we especially recommend performing such procedures on dry skin.
The ingredients will be:
- 1 tbsp soda
- 2 tbsp sour cream
- Water (if the mixture is thick)
Mask with sour cream and soda
To prepare the mask, follow these steps:
- Mix the ingredients, add water only if the mass seems very thick.
- Steam your face and apply the mask for 20 minutes.
- Rinse off with warm water and perform the procedure three times a month.
Turmeric and baking soda face mask: recipe
A mask with turmeric is called truly golden, and when combined with baking soda, the mixture becomes simply a miraculous remedy for cleansing the face. Take:
- 1 tsp turmeric
- 3 tsp soda
- 1 tbsp mineral water
Further:
- Mix all ingredients and leave for half an hour.
- Apply to problem parts for a quarter of an hour.
It should be remembered that turmeric will turn the skin of your face golden, so when applying the mask, wear gloves and do not be alarmed by the result. In addition, the component of the mask – turmeric – has the property of increasing blood circulation, so do not be afraid if you feel a slight burning sensation.
Preparing for the cleansing procedure
Before you start using homemade cosmetics with soda, you need to make sure that you are not allergic to the food product.
It is recommended to mix a small amount of baking soda with a few drops of water and apply the resulting mixture to a small area of skin under the ear or on the wrist. If after 5-10 minutes nothing happens (irritation or severe redness), you can use baking soda. If itching, redness, or burning occurs, the substance should be washed off immediately and no further use should be given up.
It is also important to carry out procedures only on a previously cleaned skin surface - cosmetics, dirt, dust, and oily secretions must be carefully removed with a special product or warm water. To enhance the effect, steaming, preferably with the addition of herbs, will not hurt.
- Pour water into a small container and put on fire. After boiling, add 30-40 g of raw materials from medicinal plants (chamomile, linden, calendula, sage) into the liquid. Boil for 5-10 minutes.
- Turn off the heat and cool the product to a comfortable temperature.
- Strain, discarding any debris or herbs from the liquid. Add a few drops of essential oil to the decoction to enhance the effect (tea tree, lavender).
The resulting product is used as follows: the face is covered with a cotton cloth soaked in liquid or gauze folded in several layers, exposure time is 10 minutes. Then you should wash your face with warm water, after which you can apply the baking soda product to your skin.
Face mask with clay and baking soda: recipe
Clay itself is extremely beneficial for the face. Depending on the skin type, different types of clay are used. In combination with soda, the mask can cleanse the skin of blackheads and dead skin cells.
Face mask with clay
To prepare the mask you should:
- Mix soda with white or blue clay, take 1 teaspoon of each ingredient.
- If desired, take 1 tablespoon of honey and add to the mixture, so the mask will be truly miraculous.
- Right after the first use of the mask you will see an incredible effect.
