Uses of Pumpkin for Skin Care
Pumpkin is extremely beneficial for the skin. Watch our latest video to learn all about it.
Did you know that pumpkins are scientifically fruits? Pumpkins are rich in nutrients, vitamins and antioxidants. Hence because of their health benefits, they are often used in curries and soups. But it should be noted that the benefits of pumpkin do not stop there as it provides various benefits in terms of skincare as well. Here are the benefits of applying pumpkin on the skin.
Oily skin
To reduce the oiliness of your skin, make a face pack from one tablespoon of pumpkin puree and one teaspoon of apple cider vinegar. Apply this pack onto a cleansed face and leave it on for half an hour. Rinse the face with cold water and apply a moisturizer. Applying this mixture twice a week helps in absorbing excess oil from the face.
Dry skin
Mix two teaspoons of cooked pumpkin puree with one teaspoon of honey, half a teaspoon of milk, and a quarter teaspoon of heavy whipping cream. Apply this to your face and leave it to dry. Rinse with cold water. This is an excellent beauty pack that works both as an exfoliator and moisturizer and can be applied twice a week for visibly hydrated skin.
Dark spots
Pumpkin is packed with fruit enzymes that increase cell turnover and brighten dull skin.To treat dark spots, make a face pack by mixing with one tablespoon of pumpkin puree, one teaspoon honey, juice of one lemon, and one teaspoon of vitamin E oil. Apply this pack onto a clean face and leave it to dry. Rinse with cold water. Repeating twice a week helps in reducing dark spots.
Anti-ageing
In a blender, thoroughly blend two tablespoons of pumpkin, one teaspoon of glycolic acid, and a ¼ teaspoon of nutmeg powder. Apply the mixture to the face and wash off when dry. This nourishing mask is best for those who have begun to show early signs of aging. Glycolic acid works to reverse these signs while the pumpkin leaves the skin hydrated and glowing.
