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Uses Of Pumpkin For Skin Care

Pumpkin is one of the best fruits one can use on the skin. It has an amazing property that treats all sorts of skin problems. It has some of the perfect ingredients that reveal a glowing skin.

It is rich in antioxidants, enzymes and alpha-hydroxy acids that help to brighten and soften the skin.

Pumpkin improves the appearance of hair and skin. It promotes a glowing skin and healthy mane.

The high fatty acids and vitamin E are necessary to maintain a good barrier function for the skin. Since they regulate sebum, pumpkin works great for an oily skin too.

The vitamin E, selenium, zinc and essential fatty acids present in pumpkin work as an anti-ageing agent. It is also beneficial in treating acne and scar marks.

It can cure hyperpigmentation too. Likewise, there are various benefits of using pumpkin for skin care.

Therefore, in this article, we at Boldsky will be listing out some of the uses of pumpkin for skin care. Read on to know more about it.

 Pumpkin For Acne

Pumpkin For Acne

Pumpkin is rich in vitamin C, vitamin A and zinc that help reduce acne on the skin. It helps to exfoliate the outer layer of the skin. The vitamins in it help to reduce acne. Apply fresh pumpkin puree on the acne-prone areas and wash after a few minutes.

 Pumpkin Body Mask

Pumpkin Body Mask

Pumpkin works as a perfect body mask due to its large number of vitamins and minerals present in it that makes it a perfect mask. It makes the body soft and supple and gives it a nice glow.

 Soothes The Skin

Soothes The Skin

Pumpkin is a great source of zinc and has anti-inflammatory properties. This helps to calm and soothe the irritated skin. Apply pumpkin paste on the body and rinse after sometime.

 Controls Oil:

Controls Oil:

Pumpkin helps to control oil production on the skin. Mix pumpkin paste with some apple cider vinegar. Mix it well and apply it on the face, arms and legs. Leave it on for sometime and later rinse.

Treats Dark Circles

Treats Dark Circles

Pumpkin can treat dark circles too. The vitamin A present in it is beneficial in treating puffy eyes and dark circles. Apply chilled pumpkin puree under the eyes. Leave it on for sometime and later rinse.

 Cures Hyper Pigmentation

Cures Hyper Pigmentation

The vitamins C and E present in it act as powerful antioxidants and stimulate the production of collagen. It reduces the appearance of hyperpigmentation, acne and dark spots.

Treats Wrinkles

Treats Wrinkles

The antioxidants present in pumpkin fight free radicals, thereby reducing the appearance of wrinkles making them appear less visible. Mix pumpkin puree with some pineapple juice. Apply it under the eyes concentrating more on the wrinkle-prone area. Leave it on for sometime and then rinse.

Story first published: Friday, February 19, 2016, 17:18 [IST]
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