Bananas are not only a hearty breakfast and snack, but also an incredible source of beauty. Bananas contain vitamins A, B, E and potassium, lutein, beneficial enzymes, they naturally moisturize the skin and fight free radicals.
And banana peels can reduce dark spots, whiten teeth, smooth out wrinkles and deal with rashes on the face. It is possible to rub banana peels into the skin and it is not very pleasant, but the result is worth it.
Banana masks will prolong your youth
Before we talk about the wonderful banana masks, let's find out what makes it so special. Firstly, the preparation of the mask requires a minimum of time and expense. Secondly, its pulp is simply filled with antioxidants, beneficial enzymes. Bananas are often used for their soothing properties:
- for moisturizing and rejuvenating the skin of the face;
- added to conditioner and hair shampoo;
- ideal product for nutrition;
- softening, nourishing the skin of the face and elbows.
By adding additional beneficial ingredients to the banana pulp, we enhance its positive effect.
The easiest banana pulp face mask
The easiest recipe. Take 0.5 banana and mash it with a fork until smooth. Apply the resulting mask evenly on the face, leave for 15 minutes.
Banana Moisturizing Facial Mask
To make a moisturizing banana face mask, you need three ingredients, always at home.
- One half of a ripe banana.
- 0.5 cups of natural yogurt. Yogurt perfectly cleanses, cools the skin, reduces redness and tightens pores, due to lactic acid.
- A teaspoon of honey will help the skin to stay young and elastic at all times. Honey is a natural antibiotic that helps to retain moisture in the skin, gives the face a healthy, fresh look.
Mash a ripe banana in a small bowl until smooth. Add one teaspoon of honey and stir. Then add half a cup of yogurt to the mixture and stir again until you get a paste. Your homemade mask for dry skin is now ready to use.
Banana with honey
Just mix one banana with a tablespoon of honey, apply on face and leave for fifteen minutes, then rinse.
Banana and lemon juice
If you have oily skin or age spots, then this recipe is for you. Mash a ripe banana with the juice of half a lemon. Apply on face and leave for ten to fifteen minutes, rinse off.
Banana with soda
Combine the power of a banana with baking soda. It naturally, deeply cleanses the face. You need to add 0.5 teaspoon of baking soda to the previously mashed banana. Let the mask work on the face for ten minutes.
Banana + Turmeric Powder
The antibacterial properties of turmeric are a great addition to a banana mask. All you need to add is 0.5 teaspoons of baking soda to the banana puree. Leave the mask on for ten to fifteen minutes, then wash off.
Bananas and avocados
While the banana cleanses and nourishes the skin, the avocado will further hydrate and smooth it. Mash half an avocado with one ripe banana, apply on face for 15-20 minutes, then rinse.
Banana and yogurt
Natural yogurt, thanks to its antibacterial and antifungal properties, will help reduce any inflammation in the skin. Mix a third cup of yogurt and 0.5 banana in mashed potatoes, apply on face for fifteen minutes, then rinse.
Banana and coconut oil
Coconut oil, due to lauric acid, kills bacteria that cause acne. By the way, lauric acid is found in many natural vegetable oils, it is also added to cosmetics and soaps, it has antiseptic, antimicrobial properties.
So, melt a tablespoon of coconut oil (on the stove top or in the microwave). Mix with banana puree. Apply for 30 minutes, rinse. Banana masks, due to the caring components, give the skin a healthy, well-groomed look after the first application.
