Aside from its antiseptic properties, apple cider vinegar also has anti-inflammatory benefits and the included acetic acid means it lightly exfoliates too. This makes it an effective toner to help prevent pimples, reduce scarring and balance your skin's pH. Simply dilute your apple cider vinegar with some water and soak on a clean cotton ball or pad and swipe on your skin. You can also try this ACV toner recipe that has lemon essential oil and witch hazel. And, once again, for the DIY-averse, you can always give this Heritage Store Rosewater Vinegar, $13, a try.
ACV's anti-inflammatory properties are powerful enough for skin issues like bug bites and sunburn. It can help reduce swelling and soothe skin. For bug bites, apply a cotton ball soaked with apple cider vinegar directly onto the skin. If sunburned, you can soak yourself in a lukewarm bath mixed with one cup of ACV.
