Think you couldn’t love coffee any more than you already do? Think again! The caffeinated goodness is also beneficial in your beauty routine. Here, we present three products that harness the power of java, plus how to make your own versions at home.
Face
With antioxidants, coffee can fight skin aging by eliminating toxins and protecting against free radicals from pollution, cigarette smoke and more.
DIY It: Mix 2 tablespoons of freshly ground coffee (or used grounds) with 2 tablespoons of cocoa powder, 3 tablespoons of whole milk and 1 tablespoon of honey. Apply a light coat of the mixture to your face. Let it sit for about 15 minutes, then remove with a warm washcloth.
Hair
Not
only will coffee leave your hair feeling silky smooth, but when
massaged directly into your scalp, the caffeine in coffee
can stimulate hair follicles
to speed up growth.
DIY
It: Brew
a pot of strong coffee, then add half a cup of water. Let it cool
until the coffee is lukewarm. Standing in the shower, pour the liquid
onto your hair and scalp, then wrap hair in a plastic cap. Sit for 20
minutes, then wash it out with warm water.
Body
As you may know from experience, coffee is a diuretic. So, when applied to the skin, it can help draw fluid away from fat cells, making them shrink in size and temporarily minimizing the appearance of cellulite. Yay!
DIY It: Thoroughly mix together 1 cup of coffee grounds with ½ cup of white or brown sugar and 1 cup of coconut oil. After washing your body, massage the scrub into wet skin for a minute per area, then rinse with warm water.
Source: health.com
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