After this, You Will Not Skip Adding Papaya to your Grocery List!
Most people have a love-hate relationship with fruits like papaya. And, I guess this relationship is more inclined towards the hate part. Moreover, I am sure that whenever your mom brings you a bowl of fruits with some papaya in it, you leave all the papayas. I used to do the same and still do it sometimes (guilty). But your mom is not wrong when she says papaya is very beneficial for your health and skin.
Papaya is rich in Vitamin A which is good for your eyes. And nowadays we are stuck to our blue screens (laptops and phones), our eyes get tired too and they need proper nutrition too. Papaya is also very good for our digestion health. Apart from these, Papaya is rich in antioxidants and vitamins, maintains our glucose levels, has anti-cancer properties, and may improve heart conditions.
Now, in the above paragraph, you saw only the health benefits of this versatile fruit. Now let me share some interesting skin benefits.
Papaya for your Skin:
- Vitamins E and C rejuvenates your skin and gets rid of the clogged pores
- A papain enzyme in this fruit has skin-cleansing properties
- Prevents acne and breakouts, giving your skin a dew look
- The enzyme in papaya weakens the hair follicles on your face as well as lightens your facial hair
- Alpha hydroxyl acids prevent the signs of aging
- Contains natural bleaching properties which help in lightening dark spots and tan lines
- Heals cracked heels
- The vitamins and minerals in it boost hair growth and strength
- The protein in it also reduces split ends
How to use papaya?
- Add directly to your diet to enjoy its health and skin benefits.
- Make papaya face packs for some additional skin benefits.
Some people may be allergic. So, if anyone has an allergy to latex, it is best not to use papaya because there may be cross-allergy between the two. People who are allergic to fig and kiwi may also be allergic to papain. Check whether or not it matches up to your skin type. You may discontinue their use if you encounter any discomfort.
Time to see how you can use papaya with some common pantry ingredients for better skin at home
Papaya DIY Masks –
1- Mash one cup of ripe papaya and apply it to your face and neck. Leave it for 20-30 minutes and wash it with lukewarm water. Repeat it daily or 2-3 times a week for better results.
2- Blend one cup of raw papaya and mix half a teaspoon of turmeric powder. Apply this paste on your face and neck. Let it dry and wash your face with lukewarm water. Apply this face mask once a week to lighten your facial hair.
3- Mash half cup of ripe papaya, half tbsp of honey, and 1 tbsp of lemon juice. Mix it well and apply this mixture all over your face and neck. After 30 minutes wash it off with cold water. Apply this face pack twice a week for better results.
4- Mash 1 cup of ripe papaya and add the coconut oil and half tbsp of honey to it. Mix it properly and then apply it uniformly onto scalp and hair, massaging thoroughly from root to tip. Leave it on for 30 minutes, then wash your hair with a gentle shampoo.
5- Blend one cup of ripe papaya, banana, and 2 tbsp yogurt. Apply this paste to your damp hair and cover your hair with a shower cap for 30 minutes. Wash it off with lukewarm water. Use this hair mask once a week for silky smooth hair.
6- Mash one cup of ripe papaya and apply the paste on your heels. After 20 minutes, wash your feet with warm water. Pat dry and apply some olive oil. Repeat this daily and the moisturizing properties will treat your cracked and dry heels.
Let’s Make the Grocery List:
Now, don’t you think it’s time to add papaya to your grocery list and either eat it or apply it to enjoy its interesting health and skin benefits. Many fruits boost our skin health and papaya is one of them. Filled with many vitamins and useful enzymes, this versatile fruit will surely be very beneficial for your overall health, skin, and hair.
A proper skincare regimen with a balanced diet intake is gonna help you in granting your wish for radiant skin.
