popular DIY skincare trick, here’s what baking soda can realistically do for your skin
👩🍳 Step-by-Step Directions
- Cleanse Gently: Wash your face with lukewarm water and your gentle cleanser. No harsh scrubbing required! 🧽🌊
- Hydrate While Damp: Apply your hyaluronic acid serum to slightly damp skin to lock in maximum hydration. 💧🙌
- Treat (Nighttime): Apply a pea-sized amount of your retinoid or peptide cream to encourage skin cell renewal. 🌙🧪
- Seal It In: Lock everything in with a nourishing moisturizer suited to your skin type. 🧴🔒
- Protect (Daytime): Never skip your sunscreen! Even on cloudy days, UV rays are the cause of premature aging. ☁️☀️
💡 Pro-Tip:
If you love the physical exfoliation feeling that baking soda gives, switch to a gentle, formulation-tested chemical exfoliant like lactic acid or glycolic acid once or twice a week. They dissolve dead skin cells beautifully without scratching or altering your skin’s natural pH! 🧪✨
