Author: Namratha Gopal
Papaya has gained popularity for its use in home remedies for hair care and skincare uses. The many benefits of papaya which we witness is because of its high content of vitamin A, B and C. Papaya contains papain, a proteolytic enzyme that acts as mild exfoliator. This removes the top layer of dead cells on the face and makes your skin radiant and younger looking. So why not add papaya into your home remedies ? Let’s check out the recipe, but this time it’s not the skin glow face mask but the serum! Ever heard of infusing the papaya powder into the oil blends? Here’s a recipe for papaya serum for skin glow-
Recipe for Papaya Serum for Skin Glow
Benefits of the ingredients used in the Papaya Serum for Skin Glow
Papaya powder
Do not over think of how to prepare papaya powder now since it’s easily available on Amazon and other online shopping markets. As I have already mentioned above the enzyme called papain and chymapapain in papaya helps with exfoliation, and it claims to reduce inflammation. Papaya powder also helps in treating acne by removing dead cells that clogs pores. Also helps with treating small bumps on face, evens out skin tone and makes skin super smooth.
Jojoba oil
Jojoba oil is quite similar to the natural oil produced by the skin. It gets easily absorbed into skin and lubricates it. With regular usage, fine lines and wrinkles can be reduced. It helps retain moisture in the skin by sealing the skin with a protective barrier. Jojoba oil cleanses away the impurities without losing skin’s natural moisture. It also softens and rejuvenates skin and thus promotes skin suppleness.
Rosehip oil
This essential oil is immensely beneficial for deep wrinkles and other signs of premature aging. It claims for its anti-aging effects for this oil.
The vitamin A, vitamin E and fatty acids present in it penetrate into the deeper layers of skin, lighten scars and diminish wrinkles. Thus help to achieve glowing skin by all these immense benefits packed with it.
Method
Things you need:
- 2 tbsp papaya powder
- 1 tbsp jojoba oil
- 5-6 tbsps rosehip oil
Directions:
To make this papaya serum for skin glow, all you need is 2 tbsp papaya powder, 1 tbsp jojoba oil and 3 tbsp rosehip oil. Give a good mix and store (i.e., infusing the papaya powder in the oil blends) it in the dark colored small glass jar or bottle and keep it in dark place for 1 month. Strain it and use it as a serum. The results are miraculous when applied daily. Can add in some commercial aloe gel too.
Note
- Perform patch test before you use this serum and check if you are allergic to any of the ingredient used in this serum.
- Avoid sensitive areas in case you feel any skin irritation.
- Maintain consistency to see the best results.
- Shelf life of the product depends on the shelf life of ingredients used.
- Use organic products/ ingredients for best results and to maintain the skin health.
- Do not exceed the shelf life.
- Never forget to give a good massage on the face since it helps with blood circulation thus faster is the results.
- Do not expect the results in instant since not all the skin types responds to it quickly, some may take time. So patience is the key.
