Vanilla Can Be Your Skin And Hair Best Friend, Know How

Studies have found pure vanilla extract has substantial anti-inflammatory properties which means us babes prone to breakouts can give those pimples a serious ass-whoopin' by including it in our face regimen. Of course, the anti-inflammatory benefits aren't limited to our face , our scalp loves them too! With all those B vitamins and vanilla's natural ability to fight off free radicals, it's going to make for some super delicious hair treatments.

# Hair Shine Treatment

- 18 drops of pure vanilla extra and a cup of coconut milk.

- After mixing gingerly, apply on clean, soaking wet locks for about 15 minutes, paying close attention to your scalp.
- Rinse out and use your favorite, natural leave-in conditioner to seal in all that moisture.

# Hair Growth Treatment

- Use three tablespoons of shea butter, two teaspoons of vanilla extract, and a tablespoon of extra virgin olive oil.

- This recipe is totally fine to sleep with overnight, but keep your hair up and in a sleeping cap so you don't ruin any pillows.

- Finger comb through damp locks before bed and you'll be doing your hair treatment with your eyes closed.

# Exfoliate Skin

- Use 1 cup of brewed coffee grounds, two tablespoons of manuka honey, a quarter cup of macademia nut oil, and mix your ingredients in a blender.

- You can liquefy your honey on low heat to avoid having to pull out your blender to mix your ingredients.

- Next add 12 drops of lemon essential oil and 20 drops of pure vanilla extract.

- Gently apply all over your face and neck and rinse with warm water.