Apple Cider Vinegar Bath (ACV)

An apple cider vinegar bath is a wonderful way of restoring the skins ph balance quickly. The skin's acid mantle can often be destroyed by the harsh soap, chemicals and cosmetics that we use everyday. It’s also an excellent way to ease itchy skin caused by eczema and other skin conditions.

An ACV Bath is great for easing sore muscles. Pour 250 ml of cider vinegar into a warm bath and soak for 20 minutes.

Mild sunburn can be soothed by soaking in an ACV bath for 15-20 minutes, making sure the water is cool otherwise you may feel you are on fire. You can also use cotton wool to apply directly onto the sunburn without diluting.

Acne can occur anywhere on your body often on your back and upper arms, so try soaking in a ACV bath daily. You can also use 2tbls of cider vinegar mixed with a large glass of water and apply the mixture using cotton wool 4-5 times throughout the day. If you suffer from acne have a look at our acne tips

Prevent dandruff by pouring cider vinegar over your hair in the final rinse. 2tbsp of cider vinegar mixed with 600 mls of water.

Refresh the skin by splashing with cider vinegar and cold water. 1tsp cider vinegar mixed with a large glass of cold water.

For an anti-plaque mouthwash, swirl cider vinegar round your mouth 2-3 times a day. 1tsp of cider mixed with 1 glass of drinking water.