Pumpkin is one of the most useful products that nature has given us. It contains beta-carotene, vitamins C, E, PP, B1, B2, B5, B6, as well as vitamin K, which is involved in the process of blood clotting. As well as proteins, fats, carbohydrates, cellulose, pectin, minerals, including calcium (Ca), potassium (K) and iron (Fe).
Not only the pumpkin itself is useful, but also its seeds, which are a storehouse of high-quality and he althy oil. In addition, they contain a large amount of zinc. Thanks to this, seeds are indispensable in the fight against skin imperfections and problems, namely acne, oily dandruff, seborrhea.
Vegetable is not only actively eaten, but also used in medicine and cosmetology. For example, face masks prepared from it have an excellent effect. We will now consider several recipes.
Pumpkin Almond Face Masks
You will need:
- fresh pumpkin puree;
- natural yogurt without additives;
- honey;
- ground almonds;
- olive oil.
To make pumpkin face masks, you need to puree the pumpkin. To do this, remove the peel and pulp with seeds, cut into small squares. Puree with a blender.
Add to pumpkin 4 tbsp. l. yogurt, 3 tbsp. l. honey, 1/3 cup ground almonds, 1/4 teaspoon olive oil.
Mix necessary ingredients. Use the resulting mixture for skin care.
The mask works most effectively in a damp, warm atmosphere, so it is advisable to sit in a warm bath or shower for five minutes. You can put a towel soaked in hot water on your face.
Remove the mask with a clean tissue.
Rejuvenating Pumpkin Milk Mask
You will need:
-
Image fresh pumpkin puree;
- 2/3 cup full fat milk;
- one yolk.
Add egg yolk and milk to pumpkin puree, mix. The mask is ready to use. Use it to nourish the skin of the neck and face. Wash off with soft water after 20 minutes.
Pumpkin mask with apple
You will need:
- one apple puree;
- 5 tbsp. l. pumpkin puree;
- 2 tbsp. l. powdered milk;
- 1 tbsp l. honey.
Keep this mask on your face for five to six minutes.
Pumpkin anti-wrinkle mask
Protect your skin from wrinkles and make it smooth and silky with a mask made by mixing 2/3 cup crushed papaya, 1 tbsp. l. pumpkin puree, and 1 beaten egg. It is recommended to keep this mask for 10 minutes.
Pumpkin Dark Spot Mask
You will need:
- 1 tbsp l. pumpkin puree;
- 1 tsp each lemon juice, honey and vitamin E (oil).
Mix the ingredients, apply a thin layer on the face. 15 minutes - and you can enjoy the result.
Pumpkin Cinnamon Face Masks
You will need:
- ½ tsp each milk, honey;
- quarter tsp cinnamon;
- 2 tsp pumpkin puree.
Mix the necessary ingredients, apply to the face and massage the skin with lightly pressing circular motions of the fingertips for a minute. Leave the mask for another 10 minutes and rinse with soft water.
Pumpkin Almond Facial Scrub
You will need:
- 4 tbsp. l. pumpkin puree;
- 2 tbsp. l. plain yogurt;
- 1 tbsp l. chopped almonds.
You can also use pumpkin puree mixed with a little sea s alt or granulated sugar as a scrub.
Use this miracle fruit not only to improve the body, but also to rejuvenate! Suggested pumpkin face masks will help you glow!
