Hydrogen peroxide is one of those ubiquitous household items. As kids, we all dreaded (and were secretly fascinated by) that little bottle mom would pull out when we would come running in crying about a cut or scrape. Oh, it stings when it bubbles! But this stuff has all sorts of benefits outside of cleaning minor injuries. It’s a great household cleaner. It can help whiten your teeth and reverse periodontal disease, a couple drops in a child’s ear will prevent ear infections, you can dye your hair with it, turn it into a nasal spray to fight off a sinus infection, use it to help preserve your food, etc., etc., etc. The list goes on. But have you ever heard about taking a bath with it? If you use hydrogen peroxide as an additive to your warm bath, you get all sorts of fascinating benefits. Here are the five big ones:
- Refreshes Skin: A hydrogen peroxide bath can leave your skin feeling rejuvenated and refreshed. As you soak, the gentle oxygenation provided by hydrogen peroxide helps to cleanse your pores, leaving your skin looking and feeling revitalized.
- Promotes Relaxation: Transform your bath time into a luxurious spa-like experience by incorporating hydrogen peroxide. The effervescence of hydrogen peroxide bubbles can create a soothing and calming atmosphere, helping you unwind after a long day.
- Enhance Oxygenation: Oxygen is crucial for your body's vitality, and hydrogen peroxide baths provide a unique way to increase oxygen levels, potentially contributing to a healthier you.
- Skin Brightening: Regular use of hydrogen peroxide can help in brightening the skin by reducing the appearance of dark spots, blemishes, and pigmentation.
- Hair Care: It can be used to lighten hair color gradually and subtly, acting as a natural hair bleach.
Original article by Dr. Aaron Ernst can be found here.