How to Use Vinegar For Hair and Skin Care

Soothe Itchy Skin

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Pour one cup of apple cider vinegar in your bath water to let the anti-inflammatory properties soothe itchy skin caused by eczema or psoriasis.

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Reveal Shiny, Brass-Free Hair

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Apple cider vinegar can act as a clarifying step to remove any product buildup. Apply five drops of vinegar (mixed with cold water in a bowl) on hair and scalp after you've thoroughly rinsed out your conditioner. You can even leave the ACV rinse in to help give strands extra shine.

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Smoothe Skin From Head to Toe

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The acidity of vinegar helps to tighten pores and dissolve dry skin. So, it's not just good for your face. Add a few drops in your body or hand cream to get the brightening effects over every inch of your skin.

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Tone and Tighten Pores

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Vinegar balances the pH of the skin and acts as an astringent on oily complexions. Stir up a half-and-half mixture of apple cider vinegar and water to use as a toner before your daily moisturizing routine. ACV also has natural alpha-hydroxy acids that gently exfoliate dead skin.

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Blast Away Dandruff

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Apple cider vinegar has natural antifungal properties and therefore can help eliminate a flaky scalp caused by dandruff. Create your own cleansing shampoo by mixing a solution that's half water and half apple cider vinegar into a spray bottle and apply.

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Remedy Razor Bumps

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Dip your cotton ball in undiluted apple cider vinegar and wipe over razor bumps to soothe the ache and disinfect the area. The anti-inflammatory properties of vinegar will help take down any redness, and the acidic pH helps eliminate ingrown hairs.

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Stop Smelly Feet

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Vinegar is an antifungal that will help mask the smell of stinky feet. Mix one cup of ACV in about four cups of water for a DIY foot soak. After a 15-minute dunk, you'll no longer have smelly toes.

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Detox Mask

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For a serious detox mask, mix one teaspoon of apple cider vinegar with a teaspoon of bentonite clay (or any other clay of your choosing). The ACV works to exfoliate and balance pH, while the clay extracts impurities from the pores.

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Cleanse Your Makeup Tools

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Yes, you can revive your dirty makeup brushes with a simple mix of soap and water. But as an extra disinfecting step, you can dip your tools in a solution of water and vinegar.

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Ease Sunburn

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Prevent blisters and peeling by applying a washcloth soaked in a vinegar solution (one part ACV, four parts water). The balm will help reduce swelling, redness, and burning because vinegar has anti-inflammatory properties.

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