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DIY Latina Beauty Remedies

11 DIY Beauty Remedies Your Abuela Always Talked About That Actually Work

June 21, 2018 by Arianna Davis

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every time you have a pimple, dry skin, unruly hair — you name it. As kids, most of us rolled our eyes and went along with it, but we've done a little digging, and it turns out maybe Grandma wasn't so crazy after all. Many of those beauty recipes actually work! Warning: do try these 11 practices at home for smooth skin and silky hair — or get these beauty buys that are also grandma-approved.

Using mayonnaise as a deep conditioner for healthy hair.

Dabbing nails in olive oil for a healthier look.

Coconut oil as a body moisturizer.

Adding honey to hair conditioner for softer tresses.

Agua maravilla to fight blemishes.

Washing hair with Coca-Cola for shine.

Beach sand as a skin exfoliant.

Manzanilla grisi shampoo to lighten hair.

Grape skin paste for glowing skin.

Sugar and lemon juice as an antiaging exfoliant.

Avocado for healthy cuticles.

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