by Fruits like orange and papaya are known as superfoods that we should eat to keep the doctor away. When we eat most fruits, we keep the peels aside just to throw them in the trash. Well, before you throw away fruit peels, remember that they are also packed with nutrients that your skin will love. Some of them contain vitamin C and moisturizing agents which are all skin-friendly. Read on to find out which all fruit peels are good for glowing skin.
Fruit peels for the skin
The exfoliating and nourishing properties inherent in fruit peels make them good for your skin, says Dr Jatin Mittal, cosmetologist and skin expert at Abhivrit Aesthetics, New Delhi.
1. Orange peel
Orange peel, rich in vitamin C, helps brighten skin, reduce black spots and promote collagen synthesis for youthful skin. The natural acids in orange peel exfoliate the skin, remove dead skin cells, clear clogged pores and give you a glowing complexion.
2. Lemon zest
The citric acid present in lemon peel helps lighten dark spots, even out skin tone and remove excess oil. Citric acid is more like a natural bleach, so it reduces skin pigmentation and improves overall skin texture.
3. Papaya peel
Papaya peel contains enzymes like papain that remove dead skin cells and leave skin smoother and more radiant, says Dr. Mittal. Papain promotes a smoother, more radiant complexion by breaking down inactive proteins and removing dead skin cells.
4. Banana peel
The antioxidants, vitamins and minerals found in banana peel help hydrate the skin, reduce inflammation and promote a healthy glow. Lutein, a peel ingredient, hydrates and nourishes the skin, giving it a youthful appearance.
5. Apple peel
The antioxidants and vitamin C contained in apple peel help renew the skin and maintain its elasticity. Antioxidants fight free radicals, minimizing the symptoms of aging and producing a youthful, glowing complexion.
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How to Use Fruit Peels for Glowing Skin
If you want to believe in home remedies for glowing skin, here is how to use fruit peels.
1. Orange peel
It can be used in the form of dried orange peel powder. To make a paste, dry the orange peels in the sun, grind them into powder and mix the powder with yogurt or honey. After applying this paste on your face, wait for 15 to 20 minutes before rinsing it off. It brightens the skin and exfoliates the skin naturally.
2. Lemon zest
To make a scrub, mix powdered dry lemon zest with sugar and olive oil. Use circular motions to gently massage this scrub onto your face. Rinse it off and get brighter, smoother skin.
3. Papaya peel
It can be used in the form of a mask for which a paste must be made from papaya peel. Use it on your face and after leaving it on for 15 to 20 minutes, rinse it off. The enzymes in papaya peels will exfoliate your skin, leaving it smooth and glowing, says the expert.
4. Banana peel
Rub your skin for a few minutes with the inside of a banana peel. Rinse off the residue after 15 to 20 minutes of leaving it on your skin. Your skin will be nourished by the antioxidants and nutrients contained in the peel.
5. Apple peel
Soften the apple peels by boiling them in water. Filter the water, let it cool then use it as a tonic. Using a cotton ball, apply this apple peel toner on your face. It helps tighten pores and adds a natural glow.
Other benefits of fruit peels
Apart from providing glowing skin, these fruit peels offer various additional benefits.
1. Fights acne
Anti-acne properties are found in orange peel. It also contains organic oils that reduce acne breakouts and acne. It shrinks the pores of the skin, reducing the risk of dirt and oil buildup.
2. Lightens the complexion
The citric acid from lemon peels lightens and brightens the complexion. It also has built-in antimicrobial qualities, says Dr. Mittal.
3. Removes dead skin cells
The skin is exfoliated when you use papaya peel. The enzymes in papaya peels remove dead skin cells, making the skin smoother. It also contains antioxidants that fight free radicals and reduce the appearance of aging.
4. Soothes the skin
The peel of a banana helps soothe. Thanks to its anti-inflammatory qualities, it can be used to soothe painful skin, explains the expert. In addition, it hydrates and moisturizes the skin, making it supple and velvety.
5. Calms irritated skin
The anti-inflammatory elements in apple peel help calm irritated skin. The antioxidants found there also protect the skin from oxidative stress and environmental damage.
These fruit peels are great for your skin, but before applying them, do a patch test on your skin. Additionally, if you have any specific skin problems or conditions, contact a doctor.
