Bananas are as good for skin

Dr. Poonam Bhasne

DNB (Dermatology), MBBS · Dermatologist ·

Bananas are as good for skin 

Bananas are natural treatment for a dull, scaly, wrinkle prone or dry skin. Not just eating, application is equally beneficial for a smooth and flawless skin. Bananas are considered safe, easily available, low-cost and pain free skin rejuvenating agents that make you look far younger. The fruit is loaded with vital vitamins and nutrients required for healthy skin.

Skin benefits of banana

1. Loaded with vitamin A which gets rid of dark spots and blemishes.
2. Vitamin B in bananas moisturizes and lightens the skin.
3. Vitamin E present in bananas protects the skin against free radicals and thus delays aging.
4. Vitamin E prevents and reduces wrinkles on the skin.
5. Bananas are also rich in potassium which moisturizes skin and hydrate the skin cells.

Banana Face Mask to fight wrinkles:
To avail the benefits of banana, you can make your own banana face mask your skin to tighten your skin and give you a younger look. This mask is prepared using two wrinkle fighting natural ingredients, honey and yogurt, along with bananas.

Preparation of the mask:
1. Mash a ripe banana and add a tsp. of honey and 3 tsp. of thick yogurt.
2. Mix this properly and apply to your face.
3. Let it act upon for 15 minutes.
4. Rinse your face with lukewarm water and then with cold water to close your skin pores.