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Everyone knows that apples are good for you, and everyone knows that apple cider vinegar is delicious. But did you know that apple cider vinegar also works wonders on your skin?
In fact, scientists are just beginning to peel the surface off of what so many people have known for centuries:
In this blog we talk about what APPLE CIDER VINEGAR is, and why four reasons you need to use it on your skin today!
Apple cider vinegar, or ACV as it's commonly known, is unlike many processed, over-the-counter vinegars claiming to be good for you. That's because apple cider vinegar is completely natural.
Apple cider vinegar is made by crushing fresh apples and turning them into a juice, then using natural bacteria (THE GOOD KIND) twice to turn that juice into acetic acid. (1)
And though it's now taking the skincare world by storm, apple cider vinegar is used in a variety of cooking and cosmetic uses, and is even suitable for use on your hair. (2)
The amazing benefits of apple cider vinegar is nothing new. In fact, people dating all the way back to the ancient Greeks have known of the incredible anti-inflammatory and remedying power of apple cider vinegar. (4)
Apple cider vinegar maintains the freshness of the apples it derives from, as the process of turning apples into apple cider vinegar takes only 30 days, meaning you get the fresh benefits of the apples AND the benefits of fermentation. (5)
Apple cider vinegar also contains a whole host of probiotics, which help much more than just your skin. In fact, using apple cider vinegar will provide you with a healthy body as well as a healthy mind! (6)
One of the best attributes of apple cider vinegar is its ability to prevent acne.
It does this in many different ways, all of which come down to its strong composition of acetic and alpha hydroxy acids. (7)
As an antimicrobial, acetic acid works to remedy certain skin conditions such as acne, while also pulling toxins right out of your skin. (8)
These are the same toxins that clog pores and cause pimples that lead to full-on acne breakouts. And though this bacteria can linger after your normal wash, the acetic acid in apple cider vinegar goes the extra mile to remove these leftover toxins! (9)
Believe it or not, one of the leading causes of acne is a buildup of what you already have - dead skin cells on the surface of your skin. (11)
In fact, cellular turnover is a major problem for people suffering from acne, because older cells stay atop your skin's surface, hindering your skin's cellular turnover rate, which happens every 28-40 days. (12)
And that's not all. Apple cider vinegar also dissolves dead skin cells that lead to acne, providing you with clear skin that's acne and breakout free! (13)
Although it may look different from the original fruit it comes from, at its core (sorry!) apple cider vinegar is simply crushed and fermented apples, containing the benefits of the famous fruit. And this is great news for your skin.
This is because, like apples, apple cider vinegar contains a high amount of pectin, a naturally occurring element found in many fruits, apples in particular. (14)
Pectin contains polysacharrides, and is usually found in the peels of many citric fruits, including apples. And though it's not very well known, it contains a laundry list of skincare benefits. (15)
The pectin in apple cider vinegar is full of Vitamins A and C, which work to repair your skin from the damage incurred throughout the day, as well as prevent any oxidation suffered as a result of free radicals. (15)
Pectin also remedies changes in skin structure, a major problem associated with aging and premature wrinkling. (17)
The magic of this amazing ACV ingredient is that it binds materials together and regulates pH levels, which is great your your skin, as it acts as a skincare stabilizer to keep your body smooth and natural. (18)
Another reason apple cider vinegar works like magic on the skin is because of its ability to exfoliate.
Apple cider vinegar exfoliates your skin because of its composition of an incredible skin-boosting acid called malic acid. (19)
Without getting too technical, malic acid is an alpha-hydroxy acid that works like magic to exfoliate dead skin cells on your outermost skin layer.
By doing this, it also facilitates proper and efficient skin turnover, which brings out your smoothest skin, making you look younger and more radiant all day long. (20)
The exfoliating power of the malic acid in apple cider vinegar doesn't just end with what's on the surface of your skin. It also goes layers deep, helping your skin's pH balance. (22)
As a by-product of its exfoliating power, malic acid also irons out wrinkles, which fends off the symptoms of aging, much like pectin does. (23)
The malic acid in apple cider vinegar is gentle too, allowing for use once to twice daily, even if you have sensitive skin or are sensitive to other acids! (20)
Another lesser-known attribute of apple cider vinegar is its ability to soothe sunburns, which is just as important in winter when the sun's rays may catch you by surprise. (5)
The acetic acid in apple cider vinegar works like a charm at easing inflammation and itching, while also speeding up the time it takes for your skin to repair itself. (24)
And as far as when to use apple cider vinegar on your burns, use it as soon as you see it. This prevents blisters and your burns from getting worse. (25)
In addition to the benefits of acetic acid on sunburns, the malic acid in apple cider vinegar provides several benefits in relief from your sunburns.
This is because malic acid stimulates your blood flow, enabling a speedier recovery and less of that burning feeling everyone hates from sunburns. (27)
And if you're uncertain as to whether this applies to you in the middle of winter, it does! That's because only 15 minutes outside can lead to sun damage to your skin, with the full damage of its rays not quite visible for a day or longer. (28)
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