Apple Cider Vinegar Excellent For Many Skin Conditions

Apple cider vinegar can easily be dubbed “the elixir of health”, if we consider all the health benefits it has. ACV is made from apple juice which has been left to ferment and we get the ACV when the sugars from the juice turn into vinegar. You can tell a lot about ACV just by looking at the bottle. If it has a cloudy, mushy thing at the bottom it’s a sign of good quality. It contains all the good bacteria, enzymes, pectin and trace minerals which are so health beneficial for your organism.

ACV is not just good for your internal health; it can be used topically for a number of skin conditions as well. If you’re suffering from acne, age spots or pimples ACV might help you a lot in eliminating them. Just make sure you use 100% raw, organic apple cider vinegar.

ACV for acne and pimples: Take a cotton pad, soak it in ACV and apply it on the affected area. Leave it on for 5 minutes at first and rinse the area with lukewarm water. Once your skin is accustomed to the ACV you can start leaving it on for longer. ACV is rich in malic acid, which acts as an anti-viral, anti-bacterial and anti-fungal agent and prevents skin infections which result in acne and pimples. It also unclogs your pores and allows your skin to breathe easier, eliminates the excess oil, restores the pH balance and prevents your skin from becoming too dry or oily.

ACV for age spots: Take cotton pads and soak them in some undiluted ACV. Apply the soaked pads on the age spots and leave them on for 20-30 minutes. Do it twice a day for about 6 weeks and you’ll notice significant improvement. The ACV contains alpha hydroxyl acids which exfoliate the skin and remove the dead skin cells, improving your complexion and giving you a younger, rejuvenated look.

ACV for skin cleaning: You can use ACV for skin cleaning as well you just need to dilute it with some water because the acid can irritate your skin. Mix equal part of ACV and water, you can add green tea, aloe Vera or witch hazel as well. Once you get used to its acidity you can gradually start increasing the amount of ACV in the tonic. Make your tonic and store it in a small bottle. Shake well before every use and clean your face using cotton pads. Make sure it doesn’t get into your eyes. At the beginning don’t leave longer than 5 minutes to prevent any side-effects, but after a while if you’re reacting well to it you can leave it for longer. It’s best if you use it before you go to bed. You can use it to treat the back acne as well and make sure you moisturize your skin after the treatment with a chemical free moisturizer.