Buzzfil ENGLISH: Look More Than Seven Years Younger With These Pomegranate Peel Masks

Want a youthful look ? Try these pomegranate peel and say goodbye to signs of ageing.

     

Do you discard pomegranate peels once you cut that fruit? Here are reasons why you should keep them and make
better use of it.

Pomegranates are known for their taste and amazing health benefits. While most of us chomp on the red tangy tiny seeds or the fruit to reap its benefits, its tough red skin is often discarded. However, like the fruit. The peel too has lots to offer.
Researches done in China have shown the potential of th pomegranate peels. The antioxidant content in peels is much more than in the fruit pulp. Antioxidants are necessary for your overall health.Read on to know the different ways in which the peel can be of help, and how to use it:


How to use pomegranate peels:

Pomegranate peels can be dried and powdered. This powder can be stored for months in an airtight container and used to prepare face masks at home or can be added to scrubs or other face packs. You can use fresh peel crush for some face packs too.

 1. Grate the pomegranate peel and crush it. To 1 tbsp of crushed peel add 2 tbsp malai                        or cream and 1 tbsp chickpea flour or besan. Mix well and apply it on your face and                            neck. Leave it for 15-20 min and wash off with lukewarm water.

 2. You ca also mix dry pomegranate powder with rose water and make a paste. Apply on on                your face and neck and allow it to dry. Wash with lukewarm water and moisturize.


Note: Apply these face packs twice a week for youthful skin and to banish wrinkles.

Reference,

Aslam, M. N., Lansky, E. P., & Varani, J. (2006). Pomegranate as a cosmeceutical source: pomegranate fractions promote proliferation and procollagen synthesis and inhibit matrix metalloproteinase-1 production in human skin cells. Journal of ethnopharmacology, 103(3), 311-318.