Dear Heloise: I would like to know the ingredients and application instructions for using baking soda as a facial. I use baking soda for a lot of things around my house, and this use is a new one to me. I generally use store-bought facial products, and they can be a little rough on the sensitive skin of the face. I love your column. I read it every day and always learn something new and interesting.—A Reader, via e-mail

Thanks for the kind words. Baking soda really is good to use, is cheap, usually is on hand and generally is safe for normal skin. Mix a paste of 3 parts baking soda...

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