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The Super
Nutritious Summer Fruit
With a lip-smacking taste and having a distinct juicy, sweet
and refreshing quality to it, watermelons are synonymous with summertime.
Watermelons and Indian summers are made for each other. High
in water content and low in calories, watermelon is a cool option on a
scorching afternoon. A slice of juicy watermelon is one of summer’s most
delicious seasonal treats. Its refreshing sweetness makes it a versatile
ingredient for all kinds of dishes, from salads to salsas to smoothies.
Nothing beats a big, juicy wedge of watermelon on a hot
summer day, whether it’s berries, mango, peaches, or litchi. It is rich in
salt, potassium, and electrolytes, all of which are essential for maintaining
your body's strength. Watermelon is also loaded with the healthy vitamins A, B,
and C, as well as the antioxidant lycopene. This luscious summer fruit is not
only a delicious summer snack, but it also has several advantages for the skin.
From keeping you cool to maintaining your skin health, let
us look at some of the benefits of consuming watermelons in summer
Benefits of Watermelon for skin
Hydrates your skin
Whether you apply a watermelon face mask or consume a fresh
slice, it has a huge influence on keeping your skin hydrated. From acne-prone to sensitive, dry to
combination, it’s a one-fruit-fits-all kind of thing. If you have sensitive, acne-prone skin, the
strong anti-inflammatory properties in watermelon can help calm skin
irritation, redness, and inflammation.
Vitamin A, B6, and Vitamin C in
Watermelon help in collagen production, which improves skin texture and
suppleness, make the skin brighter, and
fade spots and blemishes. Lycopene content in watermelons has a sun-protection
effect, so you are less likely to get sunburnt. The vitamin A in watermelon
keeps your eyes sparkly and healthy too and can prevent macular degeneration.
At home, you may make your own moisturizing facemask using
watermelon and honey. Honey is a humectant that replenishes moisture and works
quickly to give you smooth, bright skin. It hydrates and cures dry skin.
Combine two tablespoons of watermelon juice and one
tablespoon of honey in a mixing dish. On your face, apply the mixture. Allow it
to sit for 10-12 minutes before washing it off. For the best results, do this
once a week. Additionally, watermelon juice helps to calm and lessen the
redness of the skin that is prone to
acne.
Prevent oily skin
Watermelon is an excellent skin component, particularly for
individuals with oily skin. The delicious red fruit reduces pores and has
unparalleled moisturizing effects. It treats oily skin by controlling the
oil-producing glands called sebaceous glands, allowing your face to be free of
oil and acne.
Watermelon is beneficial for eliminating excess oil from
your skin. Mix one tablespoon of watermelon pulp and one tablespoon of banana
pulp in a bowl with a spatula and apply to the face and neck. Allow 20 to 25
minutes for the face pack to dry. After that, wash it with warm water. This is
the finest watermelon face mask for those who suffer from acne and
pigmentation.
A mixture of mashed watermelon and tomato pulp can be used
by those with oily skin to smoothen the skin. The malic acid in watermelon and
lycopene in tomato act as natural exfoliators and soothe the skin
A natural skin toner
Watermelon juice is a natural toner that is as good as rose
water for your skin because of its natural extracts.
Vitamin C and antioxidants present in watermelon help
regenerate skin cells and protect them from injury. These nutrients prevent free radical damage
and also protect your skin from any further disruption.
To tone your skin, gently apply fresh watermelon juice to it
and rinse it off.
Watermelon seeds are a good source of magnesium which lowers
cortisol levels that help reduce acne and also balances out your hormones.
They also contain protein, fatty acids, and ceramides that
help in locking the moisture in your skin.
Natural Exfoliator
The grainy particles present in the fruit helps gently
exfoliate the skin.
Watermelon is rich in vitamin C, which brightens your skin
quickly. The gritty particles in the fruit assist in gently exfoliating the
skin while also moisturizing it. To naturally scrub off dead skin cells, apply
a teaspoon of mashed watermelon to your skin.
To remove dead skin cells, rub watermelon and tomato pulp
across the face or body in circular motions. The malic acid in watermelon and
the enzymes in tomato help break down the glue that holds the dead skin cells
together.
Combining mashed watermelon with yogurt and honey and then
leaving the paste on the face for 10-15 minutes can be beneficial. The
antioxidants in honey and watermelon can reduce inflammation, while yogurt can
exfoliate the skin.
An Anti-Ager
Watermelons are enriched with antioxidants and vitamins,
which all involve offering you glowing skin. Antioxidants help combat free
radical damage and enhance suppleness, which reduces the appearance of fine
lines and wrinkles and makes skin appear tighter. Vitamins brighten dull skin
and take off that layer that makes it look tired and overworked.
Mix watermelon pulp,
milk, and honey. Make a paste and apply it to your face. Wash it with running
or lukewarm water. Watermelon has potent
antioxidants that fight free radicals to prevent premature aging. Milk, on the
other hand, is a natural cleanser that deep cleanses the skin and removes dead
skin cells.
Cure sunburn
Applying a watermelon and cucumber face pack to cure sunburn
is recommended. Both watermelon and cucumber are excellent for your skin.
Cucumber is a cooling substance that aids in the removal of tan. Watermelon has
various aesthetic advantages, including moisturizing and soothing inflammation
and itching. It also contains lycopene, protecting the skin from sunburn and
skin cancer. It blocks UV rays at least twice as well as an antioxidant.
Mix a spoonful of cucumber pulp with watermelon juice to
make the face mask. Apply the pack evenly to your face and leave it on for
15-20 minutes before washing it off.
The best time to eat watermelons is in the morning between
10 am to 12 pm, as breakfast or between breakfast and lunch. You can also have
it as an evening snack, before 5 pm. Do not consume it at night or with your
meals.
It must be avoided by diabetics and everyone with digestive
issues. Have it in moderation and never
too much, otherwise, it sure can make you feel bloated, and gassy and even give
you a stomach ache,
It's totally safe, to use it for skin care. The only people
who can't use it are those who are allergic to watermelon.