Baking soda can be used for many things in the kitchen, but they are also used in the bathroom for cosmetic reasons.Today on the Top 5 at 7:45, I'll highlight some beauty tips that utilize baking soda. Baking soda isn't just for baking anymore.

  1. Whiten Your Teeth: The formula for this is one tablespoon of baking soda and five drops of hydrogen peroxide. You may have to add some water to the mix, but it should produce a paste that you can use for teeth brushing. Try not to swallow.
  2. Sweat Stain And Body Odor Prevention: Mix some baking soda with some water and apply the mixture to your arm pits for an all-natural deodorant. Come on and give it a try.
  3. Clarify Your Hair: Baking soda can help give your hair some relief from product build up. Just add a little baking soda to your shampoo and away you go.
  4. Cuticle Revival: For the women who get a lot of gel manicures, this will help to soften the skin so they don't look so rough. You can make a paste out of baking soda and warm water. If you have more left over, you can use them on the rest of your hands.
  5. A Detox Bath: Many people are "detoxing" their inner body, so why not the outer? All you have to do is mix baking soda with equal parts of sea salt along with your favorite essential oil. If you use jasmine or lavender, it can help with soothing you.

The Top 5 at 7:45 airs weekdays with me, Gary Freeman and is sponsored by First Education Federal Credit Union.

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