The Delicious Pumpkin For Skin Care

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Pumpkin reportedly contains more than 100 beneficial nutrients for the skin, which may be used to help reverse the signs of aging.

The special enzymes found in fresh pumpkin are full of antioxidants, vitamins and minerals that can help clean out pores and freshen up tired skin. Whipping up a fresh pumpkin facial treatment or mask can help remove toxins stuck deep within the pores, and also deliver a boost of moisture to dry or cracked skin resulting in hydrated, smooth and healthy skin.

The alpha carotene found in pumpkins helps improve the look and feel of your skin. It removes dead skin cells and improves the appearance of wrinkles. Pumpkin is also high in zinc, which is really good for the skin. It is a natural source of Vitamin E, a powerful antioxidant and moisturizer. Pumpkin also contains beneficial alpha-hydroxy acids.

Pumpkin Peels
Many companies now sell pumpkin peels, as a natural alternative to traditional acid peels-although there are some pumpkin peels on the market that do contain glycolic acid as well as pumpkin enzymes. Pumpkin peels reportedly work wonders on the skin. They contain a high concentration of beta-carotene and vitamins A and C, which combat free radicals and damage from sun exposure. These vitamins promote healthy cell turnover and encourage the production of collagen and elastin. Pumpkin also possesses nutrients like zinc and potassium that nourish the skin, while natural AHAs and enzymes exfoliate. Allantoin acts as anti-inflammatory to help calm the skin. Mychelle sells a pumpkin peel that many rave about [here]

Homemade Pumpkin Facial
It might be convenient to buy a pumpkin mask/peel but why not make your own? It takes a few moments if you buy the pumpkin canned. The ingredients are fresher which is a major plus and the benefits are the same.

Puree together: Raw, cooked or canned pumpkin, raw honey(manuka is a good choice), pinch of Cinnamon and clove. Feel free to add any other natural product that may improve the skin. This is a completely edible facial mask. Smooth on face and let it soak in for as long as you want, then wash off. Your skin should be left smooth and glowing.

 

Pumpkin Seed Oil
Used by Native Americans for generations, pumpkin seed oil is known as a powerful antioxidant. It appears that the biggest skin benefits of pumpkin seed oil are that it possesses very high levels of the natural antioxidants and polyunsaturated fatty acids. Pumpkin seed oil is especially high in the gamma-tocopherol form of Vitamin E, which is a powerful antioxidant.

Pumpkin seed oil can slow the oxidation, or aging process of cells. Pumpkin seed oil may help to clear up minor skin problems and irritations. The oil helps to prevent free radicals from causing damage to the skin cells while aiding in anti-aging processes that help keep the skin younger and firmer looking. It may also help to clear up acne and discoloration.
 


Did You Know?
-Pumpkins are a fruit, not a vegetable, and they contain 90 percent water.