5 beneficial fruits to the skin

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.