5 Secret Ways To Use Banana To Get Beautiful Skin And Hair

Bananas are probably the first thing that come to mind when someone says ‘Tropical Fruits’. They are not only yummy to eat but also packed with important vitamins, biotin and minerals. Bananas are known to be great natural source of potassium which is crucial for almost every body part.The nutrients in bananas work wonders for skin and hair. Read on to find out more about the lesser known uses and benefits of bananas. While you find yourselves at home with a few minutes at your disposal, you can go ahead and try these. We are sure the results will make you go bananas about bananas.

Moisturizes skin

A moisturized, healthy skin is a bliss and a banana goes a long way in giving your skin all the nourishing it needs. The vitamin A in bananas helps restore moisture, repairs dry skin and evens the skin tone. It also has potassium which hydrates damaged cells, vitamin B complex which helps reduce fine lines and vitamin E which has antioxidant properties to make your skin look younger. You can make a quick fruit face pack by just mashing up a banana and applying it directly to your skin. Leave it to dry for about 15-20 minutes and rinse it off with lukewarm water. For a naturally glowing skin, you just need to repeat this twice a week.

Conditions hair

If you are dealing with dry and frizzy hair, a banana can rescue you. You can whip up a hair mask using mashed bananas, honey and coconut oil to deep condition your hair. Mash 3 over-ripe bananas and thoroughly mix 1 tablespoon of coconut oil and 2 tablespoons of honey. Whip the mixture thoroughly to ensure that there are no lumps. Separate your hair in sections and apply it evenly from root to tip, carefully avoiding the scalp. Leave it on for 20 – 40 minutes and rinse it off with shampoo and conditioner. Banana is rich in folic acid which helps lock in moisture and hydrates your hair for healthier, stronger and fabulous hair

Softens heels

Bananas moisturizing properties are also great to soften heel and can help you get rid of cracked heels. Apply mashed bananas to clean and dry feet. You can leave it on for 10 minutes before washing it off with tepid water. Bananas will nourish your skin and heal the dry cracked heels.

Reduces eye puffiness

Did you know that almost all parts of a banana plant are useful? Well the same applies to the fruit as well. It is not just the mashed bananas which hold beauty benefits, the peels work wonders as well! You can use banana peels to reduce the puffiness of eyes. For best results you can place banana peels over your eyes and leave it for 15-20 minutes. Once you remove the peel, remember to wash your eyes with cool water for a refreshed look.

Whitens teeth

Banana peels also help you whiten your teeth. You can cut off a small piece of ripe banana peel and gently rub your teeth with the inner part of the peel for a couple of minutes. Wait for about 10 minutes and then brush with your toothpaste. Repeating this twice a week is ideal. High levels of potassium, magnesium and manganese found in bananas help remove stains from your teeth making them whiter.