Having a beautiful skin is the dream of every woman and often it is the reflection of the care that we lavish on him. However, pollution, poor nutrition or overexposure to the sun are some of the bad habits that damage the skin and make it dull. So ladies, do not rush to buy expensive and harmful creams and think about the natural products you have in your home that are more economical and more effective.
We have in our kitchen, several ingredients and foods that are beneficial for our health as well as for the beauty of our skin.
For women suffering from a dull complexion, there is nothing better than the potato to bring brightness and whiteness to their skin while eliminating any unsightly stains that can disfigure them. So, mixed with other ingredients like lemon or cucumber, all equally effective for the skin, the potato will help you reduce skin imperfections to make it more beautiful and healthier.
The benefits of the potato
The potato is rich in enzymes called catecholases that reduce skin blemishes, brown spots and acne scars. It is a natural source of calcium, vitamin C, vitamin B6, potassium and zinc, iron and several phenols and glycoalkaloids that are powerful antioxidants, to fight against wrinkles, fight free radicals and maintain hydration of the skin for greater elasticity. They also produce collagen and elastin to reduce crow's feet.
In addition, the potato helps eliminate dead cells and impurities from the skin. In addition, thanks to its vitamin C content, it has properties that make it possible to whiten the skin by reducing the production of melanin, by reducing the hyperpigmentation, for a clearer and softer skin.
The benefits of lemon
Lemon is rich in vitamin C and antioxidants such as flavonoids and thus helps fight free radicals and fight against cellular aging by stimulating the production of collagen. It also helps fight wrinkles, thanks to its richness in tannins and flavonoids. It is also an antibacterial and astringent and helps to tighten the pores and regulate the production of sebum, thanks to the citric acid and flavonoids it contains. By adding vitamin C to these components, it helps to lighten the skin's pigment spots, reduce acne and restore a beautiful luminosity to the skin.
Benefits of cucumber
Native to the Himalayas, cucumber is a natural moisturizer and contains 96% water. In addition to its health benefits and its slimming effects, it remains a major ingredient for the beauty of the skin that will only find more radiant and healthy.
Cucumber is the perfect ally for skin lightening with Vitamin C, essential oils and natural enzymes that help to bring dull skin to shine and reduce pigment spots .
Its richness in water and folic acid (vitamin B9) gives it the property of a moisturizer of the superficial layers of the skin.
Similarly, cucumber has anti-inflammatory properties thanks to its cucurbitacin content which gives it the healing power especially for acne skin. In addition, its vitamin B6 content helps soothe redness and itching in the skin.
Mask with potato and lemon
Ingredients:
- An organic potato
- Juice of 1/2 organic lemon
Preparation:
Mix the potato and add the lemon juice. Stir until a homogeneous mixture is obtained. Apply this mask on the face by making circular movements. Leave on for 20 minutes then rinse with warm water.
Mask with potato and cucumber
Ingredients:
- An organic potato
- ½ organic cucumber
Preparation:
Mix the two ingredients until a homogeneous mixture. Apply to the face with slight circular motions. Leave on for 25 minutes then rinse with warm water.
Warnings :
It is advisable to use the lemon mask in the evening to avoid the photosensitizing effect of lemon.
If you have never used a cucumber mask before, take the test by putting a slice inside the wrist for 5 minutes to check if you have redness or burning sensations.
