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Don’t throw it away! Surprising beauty uses of banana peel you must know

Don’t throw it away! Surprising beauty uses of banana peel you must know

Bananas are known to be one of the best power packed fruits for health benefits. But did you know its peel was as beneficial in getting healthy, glowing and flawless skin?

Yes, it’s true! From treating pimples to helping you get rid of blemishes to adding a natural glow to your skin; banana peel comes packed with hundreds of beauty benefits. Rich in antioxidants, potassium and zinc, its inclusion in your everyday beauty regime can reap you great benefits over a period of time and make your skin appear healthy and radiant without the use of expensive beauty products.

Here are few beauty tips and home remedies that include the use of banana peel for beautiful and problem free skin. 

  1. Banana Peel Face Pack For Acne:

One of the best beauty tips for those with oily skin type is to increase the use of banana peel in their everyday home beauty regime.  It helps control production of sebum, cleanses the pores from deep inside and clear dead skin cells from the surface of the skin.

Method:

  • Take a banana peel and gently rub on the face for 15 minutes
  • Now, let the peel dry on the face for another 10 minutes
  • Thereafter, wash the face off with cold water
  • Pat dry and apply a mild moisturizing lotion to prevent the skin from drying
  • Repeat at least 3 times a week for fresh, healthy and clear looking skin

2. Banana Peel & Oatmeal Face Pack For Skin Lightening:

Wondering how to get fair skin using natural ingredients? Try this amazing face pack that is rich in potassium and will help get rid of any blemishes or dead skin cells. As a result, what you’ll get is fairer and radiant skin.

Ingredients:

  • 1 tbsp oatmeal
  • ½ banana peel
  • 2 tbsp milk
  • 1 tbsp Dabur Gulabari Rose Water

Method:

  • In a blender, put all the ingredients together and make a smooth paste
  • Apply the paste all over the face and leave it to dry for 15-20 minutes
  • Scrub it off the face using cold water
  • Repeat twice a week for lighter and brighter complexion                            

3. Banana Peel Remedy For Blemish Free Skin:

Need home remedies for glowing skin? Try this amazing banana peel & lemon juice remedy. It will not only add natural radiance to your face but also help you get rid of any blemishes or marks on the face.

Ingredients:

  • 1 banana peel
  • 2 tbsp lemon juice

Method:

  • Blend banana peel with lemon juice in a blender
  • Apply the paste on the face and leave it to dry for 10-15 minutes
  • Wash it off with normal tap water
  • Repeat the process daily to get rid of the blemishes and scar marks over a period of time

4. Banana Peel Face Pack For Oily Skin:

Need to get rid of oily skin? Start applying this amazing banana peel and baking soda face pack at least twice a week. It will help control production of excess sebum on the face and give you healthy and beautiful looking skin.

Ingredients:

  • 1 banana peel (blended into a paste)
  • 1 tsp baking powder/soda
  • 2-3 tbsp water

Method:

  • Make a smooth paste using the three ingredients 
  • Apply all over the face and leave it to dry for 10-15 minutes
  • Wash it off with cold water
  • Baking powder will absorb the excess oil from the skin leaving it feeling soft and radiant 

5. Banana Peel Face Pack For Prevention Of Wrinkles:

Want to keep your skin looking younger for long? Don’t forget to apply banana peel on it. It will keep your skin hydrated and prolong the appearance of wrinkles.

Ingredients:

  • 1 egg yolk
  • 1 banana peel (mashed)

Method:

  • Mix the two and make a smooth paste
  • Apply and leave it to dry for 15 minutes
  • Wash off with cold water
  • Repeat twice a week for fresh & younger looking skin

Need more beauty tips on how to use banana peel for beautiful, healthy & radiant skin? Also, Keep following our blog to read more on how to remove tan and how to remove tan from hands and legs.

Review: SaltFacial at the SKINNEY Medspa!

Skinney Medspa Manhattan

I was recently invited to experience a SaltFacial at the SKINNEY Medspa and since I’ve never had one I decided to take them up on their offer! The three step facial promises to help improve the appearance of fine lines, wrinkles, age spots and discoloration. And unlike other treatments that require some downtime this treatment is safe and effective for all skin types and results are immediate.

So how does this SaltFacial work?

“A patent-pending, 3-step procedure, the SaltFacial Skin Renewal Therapy restores, replenishes and revitalizes the skin naturally. Three medical-grade technologies are used, including natural sea salt exfoliation, aesthetic ultrasound that delivers nourishing and hydrating formulas deep into the skin, and high-intensity LED Phototherapy that helps to rejuvenate the skin.”

My experience

When I stepped in the Medspa in NYC’s Flatiron district I was immediately taken by lovely neutral aesthetic, the medspa is brightly lit with minimal, clean decor. After checking in at the reception area and filling out my paperwork I was taken to a treatment room with my esthetician. The treatment began with steam extractions and cleansing which was so gentle that I almost fell asleep twice! Normally extractions hurt a bit but my esthetician was a real pro and it didn’t hurt a bit.

Once my face my nice and clean, the natural sea salt exfoliation was the next step. As the treatment began I remember thinking that this was much more gentle that I expected. I’ve had a microdermabrasion treatment in the past and this is similar however this time was face my not red or inflamed. The final steps included an anaesthetic ultrasound and the LED Phototherapy which were both equally relaxing. Once the treatment was over and I touched my face, it felt firm and smooth. I looked in the mirror and my skin already looked noticeable brighter!

Skinney Medspa Manahttan

Overall I had a wonderful experience at the SKINNEY Medspa, the SaltFacial Skin Renewal Therapy is a must have treatment, especially if are seeking a more natural way to look refreshed or if you have skincare concerns like fine lines, sun damage, uneven skin tone, stretch marks, acne etc. I must say that this is a treatment that I would get again; with noticeable immediate results and an uber relaxing environment, how can I go wrong?

Have you been to SKINNEY Medspa in NYC?

Why Your Skin Needs an Exfoliator

Cleansing and moisturizing are two of the most important things that should be part of your daily skincare routine. Exfoliation is equally important, but this should not be done daily. Rather, once or twice a week will be more than enough. For such to be effective use only organic beauty products, such as those that you can buy at https://www.wellwithinbeauty.com/.

Why is exfoliation necessary? If you are not convinced that this should be a part of your skincare regimen, keep on reading and we’ll share with you some of its notable benefits.

Benefits of Exfoliation

To fully maximize the benefits that will be mentioned below, you need to be thorough in your search for an exfoliator. See to it that it’s made using beneficial ingredients and without harsh chemicals. Limit your choices only to organic skin care products. Provided that you make the right choice, here are some of the benefits that can be realized:

·         Minimizes Pores: Genetics, age, sun damage, clogging, and blackheads are some of the reasons why you have large and unsightly pores. Pores may start out small, but through time, they can accommodate more dirt and pollution, making them grow larger. Exfoliating will solve the problem with pores.

·         Smoothens Skin: Another reason to exfoliate is to improve the texture of the skin, making it soft to the touch. If your face often feels rough and dry, exfoliating is one of the quickest solutions that will work.

·         Prevents Blemishes: Using an exfoliator will also be greatly beneficial for people who have blemished skin. It removes the dead skin cells on the surface, including those that can be causing the appearance of blemishes.

·         Hides Wrinkles: When you age, the natural exfoliation process of the skin also slows down. This makes you more prone to wrinkles. There are exfoliants that can penetrate deeply into the skin, which is why they can be effective in hiding your wrinkles.

·         Heals Dryness: Especially when it’s cold, dryness is one of the most common skin problems. Exfoliation effectively heals dryness. It helps to prevent the buildup of the dry skin cells on the face, making it look supple.

·         Treating Hyperpigmentation: Hyperpigmentation causes the appearance of brown spots that can be caused by age, genetics, and hormones, among others. They become darker and more visible as you age. Exfoliating can be effective in breaking up the pigmented cells. Over time, it makes the pigments fade.

·         Improves Absorption: A comprehensive skincare routine involves the use of several products. Using an exfoliator gets rid of the dirt on the surface of the skin, allowing other products to cling. It removes blockage from the pores, and hence, making absorption quicker.

With all of the things that have been mentioned above, there should be no doubt that an exfoliator is a must. It’s one of the essential skincare products that you must have, but make sure to not do it daily as it can strip the natural oils on your face.

When you look good, you feel good!

When you look good, you feel good. That’s why taking care of yourself is so important, it helps to boost your self esteem. That’s why I’m so passionate about my beauty routine. I take the time to make sure that I have a solid skincare regime. I wash my face with a gentle cleanser, followed by a toner to remove any cleanser left behind and a great moisturizer.

The Body Shop make a great tea tree oil cleanser and toner. The cleanser helps to remove excess oil without over-drying skin so it doesn’t feel tight or stripped after you rinse your face clean. The toner helps to remove any residue left behind and it also helps remove impurities.

The Body Shop skincare, tea tree oil cleanser and toner

Taking care of your skin also means taking care of your body. And The Body Shop also offers a bodycare range that not only moisturizes but is fragrant as well. I’m a huge fan of the Strawberry Beautifying Body Oil, it’s made with a lightweight blend of nut oils including marula oil. Not only does it smell incredible it also leaves behind a nice a shimmering finish. It looks great on your legs! Another great moisturizer is The Body Shop, Body Butter. This cream is thick and hydrating, great for dry skin. Plus the body butters come in so many delicious scents, which are subtle and not overpowering. Taking great care of my skin leaves me feeling great and more confident.

What are some of your favorite beauty routines that make you feel good?

Disclosure: The post was sponsored by The Body Shop

Getting Lippy: Avalon Organics Nourishing Cherry Aloe Organic Lip Balm

Avalon Organics Cherry lip balm

As I prepped my kiddies to go to school, I also remind them to have good grooming habits. Yes, I raise my boys to never have ashy hands and to always use lip balm. Taking care of yourself isn’t just for women, men need beauty TLC too! So when I saw that the low temperature in NYC today was 30 degrees, I had to prepare my boys properly. So I reached into my lippy bin and fished out two plain lip balms for my boys to have. This got me thinking about lip balms and how amazingly awesome they are.

Avalon Organic certified USDA organic lip balm

One of my favorite lip balms is from Avalon Organics because it’s not waxy or sticky like chapstick; they feel great on your lips. Avalon Organics is also USDA certified organic – which makes me feel good about using it AND giving it to my kids. The Nourishing Cherry Aloe lip balm contains organic olive and coconut oil to moisturize, organic shea butter to protect against dry lips and Vitamin E to nourish and heal. So there are lots of beneficial ingredients to not only make your lips soft but to keep them that way. This lip balm is also available in Vanilla Rosemary and Peppermint Green Tea which both sound heavenly, mmm!  I relish the company’s’ commitment to consciousness which really resonates with me, this is a statement is from the Avalon Organics website:

Our commitment to Consciousness in Cosmetics creates a larger vision that encompasses us all. Our goal is to honor the body with consciousness. This vision is alive and continually expanding and we are all a part of it. Five distinct elements comprise Consciousness in Cosmetics: Purity and Safety, Sustainability, Products that Work, Sensuality and Personal Choice.

PURITY & SAFETY – “Consciousness of Ingredient Purity”
We only use ingredients that we trust, knowing that they can be absorbed directly into the body through the skin. We relentlessly seek out and use ingredients that are purer, more natural or organic, creating products that are safer to use.

Unfortunately this lip balm doesn’t contain any SPF but it does have a subtle cherry scent that’s mildly intoxicating, if your into cherry scents that is. BUT you can now also sing “I kissed a girl and I liked it, the taste of her cherry chapstick..” without actually kissing a girl, unless you’re into that type of thing, then I totally support that! Plus is only $2.99 which makes lip balm one of the most awesome, useful and affordable beauty products out there. So go ahead and make your lips taste like cherry. 😉

Have you tried Avalon Organics lip balm?