Tomatoes are great for your skin when consumed and when used topically as well. We all know how amazing vitamin C is for skin! Tomatoes are high in vitamin C and helps lighten dark spots and keep skin clear and glowing. They are one of the most inexpensive fruits/vegetables and they are readily available anywhere plus tomatoes are regularly used in our meals! I love using tomatoes for skin care and here is my favorite and the easiest way to use them for clear and glowing skin-
DIY TOMATO MASK FOR CLEAR AND GLOWING SKIN
BENEFITS OF THE INGREDIENTS USED:
Tomato
Tomatoes are high in vitamin C that helps even out skin tone, lighten dark spots and pigmentation. Tomatoes help polish the skin, cleanse and unclog pores. Has anti-acne and anti-inflammatory benefits. Help promote wound healing, has anti-inflammatory effects, boosts collagen production and makes skin elastic, clear and glowing. Tomatoes help remove dead skin cells and reveals fresh new skin. Tomatoes may help fight cellular damage.
Honey
Honey is a natural humectant and has hydrating and skin softening properties. It moisturizes skin and also soothes it thanks to its anti inflammatory effects. Honey helps fight acne and any mild skin conditions thanks to its antimicrobial benefits. Honey also has anti pigmentation effects that helps lighten dark spots, even out skin tone and also helps lighten pigmentation.
RECIPE FOR TOMATO MASK FOR CLEAR AND GLOWING SKIN:
Things you need-
- 1 whole tomato
- 1 teaspoon honey
Directions-
One of the easiest ways that I like to go about is to simply cut a tomato in 2 halves and add some honey on the pulp portion of the tomato. Rub this on facial skin and neck for a few minutes as if you are massaging and then let it set for 5 to 10 minutes before you rinse it off. The second most usual method to use this mask is by simply mashing half tomato and adding in honey. Mix it really well and apply and even layer on your face and neck and let it sit for 15 minutes before you wash it off. Follow up with your regular skin care routine.
NOTE-
- This also makes a great pre bridal skin care routine for that reflective glow.
- Always Patch test before trying out any new remedy or skin care product to check if you are allergic to it or not. Refrain from using the remedy if you are allergic to it.
- Remedies or products do not show results instantly, you need to stick to the routine religiously to see any effect.
- Do not follow the massaging method if you have active acne.
ADDITIONAL TIPS-
- Drink at least 2 liters of water to keep your skin hydrated and glowing from inside.
- You can also add in essential oils for added benefits.
- If honey does not suit you but you are really keen on trying out this remedy, you can dip the tomato slice in milk and then use it similarly.
