7 Beauty Fixes in Your Kitchen Right Now

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Honey. If you have acne, random pimples, or other broken blemishes, a blot of honey helps immensely. Mixed with conditioner, it's also an amazing mask for your hair, making it shiny, healthy, and hydrated. Just make sure the mixture is more conditioner than honey, so it won't goo up your hair. If you're careful, you can also cover your lips with a bit before you go to sleep - you won't believe your pout!

Apple Cider Vinegar. If you're looking for a natural exfoliant, applying apple cider vinegar to your skin is the next best thing to an expensive chemical peel, and you won't need to visit a dermatologist. All you do is soak a cotton pad or ball and dab vinegar over your face. Keep it away from your eyes, of course! You'll need to let it remain for 30-45 minutes, after which you rinse and then apply some olive oil to soothe your skin and leave it supple.

White Sugar. It's ideal for exfoliation. Sugar scrubs are delightful, whether you use them on your skin or your lips. All you have to do is rub a handful of sugar into your skin, using a soft cloth to aid you. You may even want to mix it into your body wash!

Salt. It, too, is fantastic for exfoliation, especially when used in the same way as sugar. Use it when your skin is dry, and make sure you moisturize when you're finished. If you have facial blemishes, you might try mixing the sea salt with honey, which creates a paste you apply to the problem areas. I've been told it stings, but works like a dream. A bit if sea salt in your shampoo is also fantastic for your hair - but not if you've recently colored it, especially if you used a shade of red!

Coffee. Use dry grounds on your skin, in the same way as sugar and salt; you'll love using it before you hop in the shower. The grounds can also mix with a face wash - you'll really wake up your skin! When it's brewed, a coffee rinse brings out gorgeous highlights and lowlights in your hair, especially if it's darker blond, brunette, or shades of red or auburn. You can also try mixing it with your conditioner and use it in the shower!

Lemons. You can naturally lighten your hair or bring out existing highlights. Soaking your fingernail in lemon juice gets rid of any stains or yellowing. Mix lemon juice with some baking soda and brush your teeth, as well, to really lighten your pearly whites. Better still, if you want some quick hydration early in the morning, a glass of warm water and lemon juice really gets you going!

Turmeric. If your skin is at all discolored or patchy or if you have any scars from pimples or acne, it will definitely be your new best friend. Make sure you have lime juice, which is also great for fading facial problems, and then apply the mixture onto your skin - but only on the areas that are scarred or discolored. Let the paste remain in place for 15-20 minutes, then use warm water to rinse. However, your skin might be a bit yellow - not for long, mind, but don't try this one before work or a hot date or anything!