Let’s admit it, in the recent past, we’ve gotten very obsessed with our skincare routine in the pursuit of fresh, glowing skin. We’ve done it all, from CTM to scrubbing away those dead cells that have made a permanent residence on your skin’s surface. While you’ll love all your over-the-top skincare buys, you somehow gravitate towards your nani ka nuska (DIY recipes using kitchen ingredients or fruits).
However, to your surprise, there is one such ingredient that’ll blow your mind and soothe your skin. How about using the very exotic and colourful fruit, dragon fruit, to exfoliate your skin. Also known as pitaya or pitahaya, this fruit is packed with tonnes of health benefits and will arrest you with its skincare benefits too. Let’s find out how this beautiful DIY will help you attain your beauty goals.
Benefits Of Dragon Fruit For Skin
Time To Stay Moisturised
Because it contains roughly 90 per cent of water and is rich with skin-essential vitamins and antioxidants, dragon fruit is essentially a natural moisturiser for your skin.
Shun Sunburn
Pitaya is high in vitamin B3, which helps to soothe burnt skin and provide immediate relief from irritation, redness, and discomfort caused by UV rays. It also shields the skin from the sun’s damaging rays.
Get Scrubbin’
Suitable for all skin types, this hydrating dragon fruit scrub gently nourishes the skin and leaves it soft, supple, and smooth. However, it works best on dry, dull skin as it will help to get rid of dead skin cells and keep the skin healthy.
Vitamin-Infused Pitaya Recipes Will Bless You With A Lit-From-Within Glow
To Get Rid Of Dead Skin Cells
You’ll Need:
- Half dragon fruit
- Vitamin E
Method:
Step 1: Cut 1 dragon fruit into 2 halves, take the first half and squeeze 1 vitamin E capsule on it.
Step 3: Rub it on your face and body for almost 10 minutes. Then wash it off after 10 minutes of keeping it on your skin. Repeat it once or twice a week to get the brightest complexion of your life.
An Uber-Hydrating Mask
You’ll Need:
- Dragon fruit pulp
- Aloe vera gel
- Olive oil
- Lemon
Method:
Step 1: In a bowl, take 2 tablespoons of dragon fruit pulp and 1 tablespoon of aloe vera gel.
Step 2: Next add 1 teaspoon of olive oil. Then, add a few drops of lemon. Mix well. Apply the paste on your face, leave it on for 20 minutes and then wash it off with cold water. This will give you clear, fresh, and hydrated skin.
Dragon Fruit-Infused Skincare Products
If you’re not into DIYs, these products will be your BFF!
Try these DIY recipes to pave your way to the skin of your dreams.
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