four reasons why bananas are great for your skin

Bananas definitely have to be one of our favourite fruits! They're so good in smoothies, deserts and just a great snack. Lately we have been thinking about their benefits to our skin so we've come up with 4 reasons why we should be eating them and putting them on our face too!

 

1. GREAT MOISTURISER 

Bananas are rich in potassium, which helps to hydrate the skin and lock in the moisture. Potassium controls the water level in your body's cells so if you don't get enough in your diet, it can lead to dry and cracked skin. Bananas also have vitamin E, which has amazing moisturising properties and helps to fight free radical damage.

 

2. GLOWING SKIN

Bananas are also a great source of vitamin C, which is an amazing antioxidant, assists in boosting collagen which will help to brighten and plump up the skin. Vitamin C also helps protect your skin from free radical damage, which will make you look more youthful for longer. Bananas are also rich in manganese which helps the body produce collagen.

 

3. HELPS FIGHT BLEMISHES

Bananas have anti-inflammatory properties which helps to minimise the redness and size of blemishes and spots. They also contain Vitamin B6 which can help regulate hormone imbalances which may lead to acne. Vitamin B6 also helps to repair damaged skin cells to leave you with calm, clear skin.

 

4. HELPS WITH BEAUTY SLEEP

The potassium and magnesium in bananas can help to relax the muscles and promote a good nights sleep. For more information about sleep and skin health, head over to our other blog post here!

 

BANANA & CINNAMON FACE MASK

 

 

STEP 1

Half of a banana (it is better if you use a very ripe one to make it easier to mash)

 

STEP 2

1 tablespoon of oats

 

STEP 3

1 tablespoon of coconut oil

 

STEP 4

1/4 teaspoon of cinnamon 

 

STEP 5

Mash all together & you're done!

Leave on for about 10-15 minutes and wash off with a warm cloth.

 

xx