Summer is the ideal season to indulge in refreshing fruits that not only satisfy our taste buds but also provide several skin advantages. But did you know the skin benefits of fruits are not just limited to consumption? Packed with vitamins, antioxidants, and natural acids, fruits can revitalise your skin, leaving it glowing and radiant. You can even make a face pack out of it and give your skin a healthy glow.
Ruchita Acharya, beauty blogger, Founder, Glow & Green, listed five DIY face packs that you can make at home to give your dull skin a summer glow.
DIY Summer Fruit Face Packs
Papaya Face Pack
Papaya is rich in natural enzymes called papain, which gently exfoliate the skin, remove dead cells, and promote a youthful glow. It helps nourish your skin due to the presence of essential vitamins like vitamin A and vitamin C.
Mash a ripe papaya and mix it with a teaspoon of honey and a squeeze of lemon juice. Allow the mixture to sit on your face and neck for at least 15-20 minutes. Rinse off with cool water, and your skin will feel rejuvenated and revitalised.
Watermelon Face Pack
This delicious fruit is rich in antioxidants that help protect the skin from damage due to Ultraviolet (UV) rays. It has hydrating properties that give your face a shiny glow.
To prepare this face pack, blend a few chunks of watermelon and strain the juice. Add a teaspoon of yoghurt to the juice and mix it well. Allow it to sit for 15 minutes on your face and neck. Rinse off with lukewarm water, and your skin will feel refreshed and revitalised.
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Mango Face Pack
The 'king of fruits' is not only delicious but does wonders for your skin. They contain enzymes that help exfoliate dead skin cells, revealing a fresh and radiant complexion. Mash a ripe mango and mix it with a tablespoon of yoghurt. Voila, your face pack is ready to use. Leave it on your skin for at least 15 minutes to get the desired results.
Strawberry Face Pack
Strawberries are high in antioxidants, vitamin C, and alpha-hydroxy acids, in addition to being sweet and juicy. They aid in the brightening and exfoliation of the skin, as well as the reduction of fine lines and wrinkles.
To make this face pack, mash a handful of ripe strawberries and add a tablespoon of honey to it. Apply the paste to your face and neck after thoroughly mixing. Allow it to sit for 15-20 minutes before rinsing with cool water.
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Banana Face Pack
Bananas contain vitamins B6, C, silica, potassium, and other nutrients that are essential for skin suppleness and integrity. It helps protect your skin from sun damage and fight hyperpigmentation.
To prepare the pack, mash half a banana, half a teaspoon of honey, and one teaspoon of lemon juice. Mix thoroughly and apply to your skin for at least 20 minutes.
Disclaimer
Everyone's skin is unique, so it's important to do a patch test before trying any new ingredient to ensure you're not allergic or sensitive to it. If you suffer any irritation or pain, stop using the product immediately.