The Beauty Benefits Of Booze
By Sarah Ferguson
Let's be honest—drinking alcohol isn't great for your skin or hair. But thanks to the antioxidants, minerals, proteins and antiseptic properties found in the stuff, when used topically, booze can get rid of wrinkles, clear skin and make hair shinier. And the best part? No hangovers!
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Beer
Used in shampoo or as an end-of-shower rinse, beer adds shine, body and softness to hair.
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Wine
Resveratrol, an antioxidant found in wine, protects against free radicals and has amazing anti-aging benefits.
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Sake
The miracle ingredient in SK-II products is Pitera, a liquid derived from the sake fermentation process. Packed with vitamins, minerals and amino acids, it improves the skin's texture, firmness and clarity.
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Whiskey
Whiskey contains natural sugars and minerals like folic acid that aid in hair growth and health.
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Tequila
Another hard liquor that's great for hair is tequila. It gets rid of product build-up and clears pores, which promotes hair growth. In Alexis Wolfer's DIY beauty book The Recipe for Radiance, she recommends mixing a half cup of tequila with three sliced jalapeno peppers as a scalp toner.
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Absinthe
Artemisia absinthium, a plant used to make absinthe, is an anti-inflammatory and antiseptic, so it works wonders on dry, chapped hands.
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