Irresistible fruits
Fruits are delicious not only to eat; your skin will love them as much as your stomach! Certain tropical fruits like banana, papaya and mango are abundant; they’re easily found in Sri Lanka all year round. Fruits contain all the nutritional value that plants have to offer. But compared to other healthy options, they are sweet, delicious and hard to resist.
So don’t deprive your stomach or skin of such a healthy treat!
These masks are suitable for both skin and hair. If you’re applying them to your skin, make sure you do so after washing and exfoliating because otherwise, the pores will not be cleansed and may not absorb all the nutrients.
BANANA
You may not know this: your hair and skin have been longing for a ripe banana
You can use a banana in your recipe and mix it with other ingredients like yoghurt or honey S Bananas are great for the body because they’re rich in vitamins B6 and C (which add elasticity to the skin)
Bananas also contain antioxidants and vitamin A
Bananas contain deep conditioning and hydrating agents – so they will leave your hair feeling soft and looking shiny
A hair mask that includes banana will also increase hair growth – it reduces split ends as well as frizziness
PAPAYA
Papaya is rich in nutrients that your hair and skin will benefit from S They contain vitamin A, the enzyme papain and anti-inflammatory agents S Eating papaya will enhance your complexion, reduce acne and slow premature ageing
Papaya will also make your skin firm – and remove fine lines, scars and blemishes
Other nutrients that papaya contains – like vitamin C, beta-carotene, magnesium, potassium and copper – will support healthy hair growth and leave it smooth and shiny when applied on your hair
Papaya also reduces the buildup of oil and impurities on the scalp that cause dandruff
MANGO
You can use only mangoes for your homemade mask or add other ingredients like eggs or milk
The collagen rich agents of mangoes are great moisturisers that prevent premature ageing when used on the skin
Mangoes also help cleanse your skin and unclog pores S The organic substances in the fruit (like vitamins A and C) help tone and rejuvenate the skin
Papaya promotes hair growth and reduces dandruff when applied on the hair
Fruits contain all the nutritional value that plants have to offer