That fruits are the best medicine is a wellknown fact.
We also know
that a cup of fruit juice a day is sure to guarantee a clear
complexion. How about a massage with a fruit pulp or a fruit facial?
Fruit facials
have been there for at least a decade now. But with people getting more
wary of effect of chemicals on the skin, a majority of them are now
resorting to using something from their own kitchen.
What better way to pamper your skin than with pure stuff which is free of toxins and not harmful to your skin?
Besides the
fact that they hydrate and rejuvenate your skin, the very smell of a
fruit on your face is quite de-stressing. Unlike the chemical beauty
treatments, fruits are cost-effective, natural and also bring a visible
difference. Here are a few fruits and their properties, choose what
suits you best!
Banana: This
is one fruit that's abundantly available in India all through the year.
We know it's a good source of iron, magnesium and potassium and helps
reduce menstrual cramps. The effect of banana on skin too is not
something that can be ignored. Bananas are rich in vitamin A, B and E
and hence works as an anti-aging agent. A fresh mashed banana facial can
do wonders for your skin.
Lemon:
Lemon juice is an important ingredient in most Indian recipes. This is
also a fruit of all seasons and almost always finds place on your
kitchen shelf or refrigerator. With its vitamin C content, its juice
will keep your skin beautiful. A glass of warm water with a tsp of honey
and a dash of lemon juice on an empty stomach every morning is a great
skin cleanser. With its astringent properties, it can be used to lighten
the skin tone and also diminish acne scars. Rub the inside of a lemon
peel on your elbow remove dark spots. Mix lemon and honey and use it as a
natural bleach on your skin.Apple: An apple a day keeps the doctor away
is cliched, but its health benefits are undisputable. Apple's
antioxidant property prevents cell and tissue damage. Studies by
nutritionists have shown that apples contain abundant amounts of elastin
and collagen that help keep the skin young. Applying a mixture of
mashed apple, honey, rose water and oatmeal can act as a great
exfoliating mask on your skin.
Orange: Rich
in vitamin C that improves skin texture. Like apple, orange too
contains collagen that slows skin aging process. Rub the insides of
orange on your skin to tighten the skin. Oranges can be dried and
powdered and used as a natural scrub. Like lemon, oranges too help clear
skin blemishes.
Papaya: The
benefits of this fruit on skin have perhaps been talked about since the
time of our ancestors. Papaya is rich in antioxidants and contain a
special enzyme called papain that can kill dead cells and cure skin
impurities. A glass of papaya milk or just applying the flesh of papaya
on your skin can do wonders to your skin.
Mango: Rightly
called the king of fruits for not just its taste but also for health
benefits. The soft pulpy fruit has an amazing effect on skin too. Rich
in vitamin-A and rich antioxidants, it fights against skin aging,
regenerates skin cells and restores the elasticity of skin.
Source: timesofindia
