Sitting by the beach and sipping Pina Coladas does sound amazing right? But did you know your skin loves Pineapple as much as your taste buds do? Yes, that’s right, it is that one fruit you never thought could offer so many beauty benefits, until now because we’re about to reveal what Pineapple can for your skin and hair and how to use it. Read on to find out...
- Coconut and pineapple mask for anti-aging
- Pina colada face scrub for glowing skin
- Pineapple and curd mask for hair growth
- Pineapple slices for bright teeth
Coconut and pineapple mask for anti-aging
Want to slow down the age clock? We all do, therefore this is one mask everyone should try irrespective of their age. Loaded with antioxidants and alpha-hydroxy acids, Pineapple fights free radicals thereby delaying the process of aging.
How to:
Blend 4 slices of pineapple with 2 tablespoon of coconut milk until it forms a smooth paste. Transfer to a clean bowl and apply all over face evenly. Allow it to dry for 5-10 minutes and wash off with lukewarm water.
Pina colada face scrub for glowing skin
Packed with vitamins and enzymes, pineapple helps break down dirt and oil easily leaving you with smooth and clear skin. The best part, you can use this scrub on your skin and eat it too!
How to:
Lightly blend half a pineapple and add 1 cup each of sugar and coconut oil to it. Apply to clean skin and scrub in gentle motions avoiding the eye area. Wash face after a few minutes and pat dry.
Pineapple and curd mask for hair growth
Vitamin C revitalizes hair follicles and promotes hair growth, pineapple is rich in vitamin C and therefore works as an excellent ingredient for healthy, lustrous and shiny hair.
How to:
Add the pulp of ½ pineapple to 1 tablespoon of olive oil, 2 tablespoon of almond oil and 2 tablespoon of curd. Mix well to form a creamy paste and apply it all over your hair. Let it sit for 30 minutes and wash with a mild shampoo.
Pineapple slices for bright teeth
Vitamin C is really helpful for healthy gums and teeth. This is the easiest and tastiest way to get brighter teeth and healthy gums.
How to:
Simply add pineapple to your diet, chew and eat instead of juicing it up. This removes plaque and polishes your teeth.
Written by Sanya Hamdani on Sep 10, 2019
Sanya Hamdani is a skincare enthusiast and lipstick hoarder, she truly believes no two red lipsticks look exactly alike. With a Master's degree in Communication & Journalism and 5+ years of digital writing experience up her sleeve, Sanya has some of the biggest beauty experts in the country on her speed dial. When she's not swatching products or writing about the latest trends in beauty, you will find her watching F.R.I.E.N.D.S. or cooking up a storm in the kitchen.