Sodium bicarbonate is one of the most versatile substances with a multitude of uses for you and your home. (And it's really inexpensive too!) Baking soda is very alkaline which gives it an antibacterial cleaning property. Let's take a look at some of the wonderful things you can do with it!

1. Face wash: add a pinch of baking soda to a handful of water and wash away. 

2. Face scrub: use approximate 3 parts baking soda with 1 part water and gently exfoliate skin by rubbing the mixture onto your face in a circular motion.

3. Face mask: make a paste with water and baking soda (slowly add drops of water to the mixture) and dab on face. You can use as a mask once a week for clearer skin (Using too often may dry out skin)

4. Acne zapper: make a small amount of paste with a few drops of water and a big pinch of baking soda. Dab the mixture in small amounts for spot treatment on acne. Use 1-4 days in a row till acne is gone. 

5. Mouthwash: add a small amount to water and swish in your mouth for 1-2 minutes after brushing your teeth. If you want to add a little flavor to your mouthwash, add a drop of peppermint essential oil or any other flavor you like.

6. Toothpaste: make a past with water and baking soda (just like the face mask) and brush away. And just like the mouthwash, you can add essential oils like spearmint or wintergreen.

7. Add about 1/2 a cup of sodium bicarbonate to your bath tub for a rejuvenating, energizing, and cleansing experience.

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