Out of all the effects an alcoholic drink like beer could have on your body, detox and skin rejuvenation would probably be the last ones you would expect. But there’s a catch: this is only possible if you bathe in the beer, not drink it.
Yes, beer baths are a thing, and they are definitely more beneficial for your health than you could ever expect. Here’s why you should try it too!
A beer bath may offer several skin benefits due to the natural ingredients found in beer. Hops, a key component, possess anti-inflammatory and antibacterial properties that can soothe irritated skin. Additionally, yeast in beer contains , which can smooth your skin. “Beer can also be a natural exfoliator and help get rid of dead skin,” says Dr Swapna Priya, Consultant Dermatologist at CARE Hospitals.
Beer baths are also known to improve your body’s blood circulation and soothe any joint pain in your body.
“Beer has many ingredients that can offer potential health benefits, if not consumed excessively.” said Dr Priya.
Along with yeast and Hops plant, beer also contains polyphenols, which are antioxidants that helps get rid of free radicals in our body, which prevents cell damage in our body.
“A beer bath can only simply aid in alleviating stress and relax oneself due to the relaxing experience it offers. The warm water, paired with the soothing aroma of hops and malt, can create a calming environment, helping to alleviate stress and promote ” said Dr Priya.
It is very important to note that beer bath is not really a suitable option as compared to other “The human body is known to naturally detoxifies itself through the liver, kidneys, and sweat glands, and there is no reliable research evidence to support this idea that a beer bath is a good detox method. One can only properly detox the body by remaining hydrated, having a nutritious diet and through regular exercise.” said Dr Priya.
Neither should it be considered an effective method of skincare or stress management. Dr Priya cautioned us that “[beer bath] can help reduce stress to a certain extent and may have some superficial skin benefits, [but] it is subjective. One must not rely on these methods.”
