Hello friends, did you know you can have that radiantly beautiful skin just by applying Lime juice? I bet a lot of you didn't. Here are some beauty benefits of Lime, enjoy!
Limes aren't just the tart fruits of the Citrus aurantifolia tree,
they're also tiny powerhouses of vitamins and nutrients. The benefits of
limes aren't limited to culinary delights, either. The nutritional
content of limes can be put to use improving the internal and external
health of your face and skin when applied topically or ingested.
THE BENEFITS
1. Reduces Bacteria
Facial blemishes caused by acne occur when dirt,
oils and dead skin cells clog your pores. Bacteria trapped in facial
pores causes inflammation and contributes to redness and soreness.
Cleansing your face with lime may help keep acne-causing bacterial
growth at bay. Limes possess natural antibiotic properties, as noted in
the results of a study published in the November 2006 issue of the
journal “BMC Complementary and Alternative Medicine.” When researchers
exposed a variety of bacteria, including E. Coli and Staphylococcus
aureus, to lime oil, the results showed inhibited growth of these
bacteria.
2. Tightens Pores
Astringents cause a minute, temporary tightening
of muscles. For this reason, astringents are used to improve the
appearance of facial skin and are found in a number of commercially
available beauty products. They're used to tighten pores and temporarily
reduce oil production for a clearer, brighter complexion. Lime oil has
astringent properties when applied topically, according to author Dorie
Byers' “Natural Beauty Basics.”
3. Removes Dead Skin
Acid peels slough off dead skin cells. This
popular beauty treatment is a staple of spas and has been used for
centuries as an at-home remedy for improving the appearance and health
of facial skin. Limes are a citrus fruit and as such contain citric
acid. In addition to adding flavor and aroma, the citric acid found in
limes helps remove dead skin from your face. Without dead skin hiding
the healthy skin cells underneath, your face looks more vibrant and
clear. The prompt removal of dead skin also prevents the sloughed cells
from clogging up your pores which can help reduce flare-ups of acne and
blemishes.
4. From the Inside Out
When your body processes nutrients, they oxidize.
The results of this process are molecules that have an uneven number of
electrons and are called free radicals. Free radicals start a chain
reaction within your body, causing other molecules to oxidize. This
entire process leads to a degradation of cells, which contributes to
aging and damaged tissues. Certain vitamins, including vitamins A and C,
act as antioxidants. Antioxidants absorb the brunt of the free radical
chain reaction and allow them to be passed harmlessly from the body via
the urine. According to the USDA National Nutrient database, 100 grams
of raw lime contains 29.1mg vitamin C and 50 IU vitamin A. Adding limes
to your diet can reduce free radical circulation within your body,
leading to reduced tissue damage and fewer signs of aging, which in turn
can lead to a brighter, more youthful complexion.
The Benefits of "the little fruit"is so vast you will be surprised. Keep it locked with me as I shall be bringing you more of its benefit, you don't want miss out on this one.
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