8 Strawberry Face Packs For Glowing Skin
The most effective and simple ways to get the benefits of strawberries for your skin care.
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Your skin loves fruits as much as your palette. Fruit face packs are one of the most commonly used methods to solve skincare troubles. In this article, we will discuss how strawberry face packs help your skin. As a nutrient-rich fruit, the strawberry benefits for skin in many ways. It has been used for facial spa therapy since the Roman and Egyptian eras for its numerous medicinal properties. So, let us discuss strawberry benefits and how to make strawberry facial packs.
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Benefits Of Strawberries For Skin
1.Today, scientifically it has been proven that strawberries with their anti-oxidants, astringenti The ability of a substance to contract cells and body tissues. It is often used to tighten pores and control oil in the skin. and anti-inflammatory properties help to slow down the aging process, treat burns, and offer the best form of UV protection (1), (2).
2. Being rich in alpha hydroxy acidi A group of naturally occurring acids that have pore cleansing, exfoliating, and skin-renewing properties. , Strawberries help get rid of dead skin cells.
3.They have a high content of salicylici An organic compound that is widely used as one of the best acne-fighting ingredients for its deep-cleansing properties. acid making them the ideal agents for acne treatment.
4. It also includes extensive Vitamin C content that boosts collagen production and minimizes fine lines and wrinkles. Strawberries may also lighten the skin tone and reduce dark circles (3), (4).
5. You can also use this fruit to tone your skin, improve skin texture, and lighten pigmentation and acne marks.
Quick TipNote: Some people might be allergic to strawberries, which may cause the skin to break out into a rash, hives, and contact dermatitis. Thus, perform a skin patch test before you proceed with the application of any of the following face packs. If you experience any irritation, please discontinue using strawberries.
These are the benefits of strawberries for the skin. So, let us now dive into the different facial packs made with this fruit.
Some Face Packs Using Strawberries
1. Strawberries And Fresh Cream Mask
Take strawberry puree, mix with fresh cream (dry skin) or yogurt (oily skin) and add a tablespoon of honey. Apply all over the face, leave it on for 10 minutes and wash with warm water. You can deep freeze and store this mask like how I regularly do. This Mask helps reduce Acne. This mask is one of the effective home remedies to rejuvenate the skin and help reduce acne.
2. Strawberries And Lime Face Pack
Helps in de-tanning your skin and lightens complexion and pigmentation marks on your skin. Mix strawberries and a tablespoon lime juice. Apply all over the face for 15 minutes and wash off with warm water.
Sweet Angel, a beauty vlogger, shared her experience of using a strawberry and lime face mask for her glowing skin in her video. She said, “I feel so refreshed. My skin feels great (i).”
3. Strawberry And Chocolate Mask
Mash strawberries along with a tablespoon of cocoa powder and honey. Apply on the face for 15 minutes and wash off with warm water. It helps to make your skin glow and also makes it soft.
4. Honey And Strawberry Face Mask
Mash a few strawberries with a fork until it turns into a smooth paste. Add a tablespoon of honey and apply this mask for 15 minutes and wash with warm water. Honey is an antioxidant that helps to fight skin impurities and acne.
5. Banana And Strawberry Mask
Mash a quarter cup of ripe banana and strawberries, add to it, a quarter cup of sour cream or yogurt, and a tablespoon of honey. Apply all over the face; let it on for 15 minutes before washing it off with warm water. This strawberry face mask is excellent for blemish-prone skin. For those interested in fruit face masks for glowing skin, this blend offers both hydration and a boost in radiance.
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6. Rice Flour And Strawberry Face Pack
Blend a few strawberries with a tablespoon of rice flour. Apply on the face for 15 minutes before washing it away.
7. Strawberry Scrub
Slice up a berry and rub it all over your face, its alpha hydroxyl acids have an excellent exfoliating ability. Let it sit on your face for a minute and wash off for superb exfoliation.
Quick Tip8. Strawberry And Yogurt Face Mask
Mash 4 ripe strawberries and blend them with 2 tablespoons of plain yogurt to prepare a rejuvenating strawberry and yogurt face mask. Yogurt has a soothing and cooling effect on the skin. You can also add a teaspoon of honey for added nourishment. Moreover, honey has hydrating properties and offers antimicrobial benefits. Apply the mixture evenly to your face and neck, avoiding the eye area, and leave it on for 15-20 minutes. Rinse the mask off with cool water and pat your skin dry. Incorporate this mask into your skin care routine bi-weekly for a revitalized and glowing skin tone.
Indulge in the goodness of a DIY strawberry face mask! This natural face mask promotes radiant skin, fights blemishes, and leaves your skin feeling refreshed. Check the video below to learn how to use it!
Infographic: 4 Easy DIY Strawberry Face Packs For Glowing Skin
Fresh fruits have always been a major part of beauty regimens, owing to their antioxidant and skin rejuvenating properties. Strawberries are added to most skin care products, from sheet masks to face packs, to help people achieve flawless and radiant skin. So, why not experiment with some simple DIY strawberry face packs in the comfort of your home?
Check out the infographic below for more information.
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Strawberry beauty face packs benefit the skin in multiple ways. These fruits slow down the aging process, protect it from UV rays, aid exfoliation, add hydration, treat acne, reduce dark circles, and lighten the skin tone. They also improve your skin texture and minimize the appearance of fine lines. You can mix strawberries with fresh cream, lime, cocoa powder, honey, bananas, or rice flour to make these face packs. Also, you can use strawberries directly on your skin as a scrub. You can apply these organic packs once or twice a week to reap their phenomenal benefits.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is strawberry good for skin brightening?
Yes. Strawberry helps de-tan the skin and reduce pigmentation to reveal bright, glowing skin.
Is it good to put strawberries on your face daily?
Yes. You can apply strawberry toner or mask daily to benefit from its anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties.
Does strawberry make your skin glow?
Yes. Strawberries are rich in antioxidants, vitamins, and AHAsi It refers to alpha-hydroxy acids which are beneficial as exfoliants and promote skin cell renewal. that can help you get bright and blemish-free skin.
Key Takeaways
- Strawberries contain antioxidants, vitamin C, and AHAs, which are some of the prime natural ingredients that can brighten your skin.
- You can blend a few fresh berries for a quick and simple strawberry face pack. Apply it on the face and wash after 10-15 minutes.
- Consider customizing your DIY face packs with additional ingredients, such as honey, yogurt, lime, cocoa, banana, etc., for optimum skin rejuvenation. It adds to the benefits; for example, lemon juice increases glow, and aloe vera provides moisturization.
- Always use fresh strawberries and the face pack once a week for best results and sheer relaxation.
Illustration: Strawberry Face Packs For Glowing Skin
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i. DIY Strawberry Mask for Oily Skin | For Hyperpigmentation, Pores, Anti-Aging, Dark Spots!https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=I0XIwGgQ5Zg
References
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https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC5490584/ - A Pilot Study of the Photoprotective Effects of Strawberry-Based Cosmetic Formulations on Human Dermal Fibroblasts
https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC4581226/ - Polyphenol-Rich Strawberry Extract Protects Human Dermal Fibroblasts against Hydrogen Peroxide Oxidative Damage and Improves Mitochondrial Functionality
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