7 Beauty Benefits Of Using Blueberries

Blueberries (Cyanococcus) are blue colored ( Indigo colored) berries that grow on the shrubs of the same name. They are native to North America, and botanically speaking they belong to genus Vaccinium.

Blueberries are very delicious in taste and provide numerous benefits due to the presence of various antioxidants, vitamins, minerals, antioxidant compounds, flavonoids, carotenoids, etc. present in them. In this article, we will know about the major health and beauty benefits of blueberries but first, let’s take a look at the below-mentioned nutrition chart of blueberries.

# Heals Damaged Skin Cells

Dirt, impurities, pollutants, environmental factors, free radicals, and other factors may damage our skin cells and tissues.

Blueberries are a good source of a number of antioxidants, phytochemicals, vitamins, minerals, etc. and the presence of these compounds make them very beneficial for healing damaged skin cells and tissues.

# Keeps Premature Ageing At Bay

Blueberries are a very good source of number of antioxidants (like Vitamin A, vitamin C, Vitamin E), antioxidant compounds ( like anthocyanins, ellagic acid), flavonoids, carotenoids ( like lutein, zeaxanthin, etc.), etc. and presence of these compounds make them very suitable for providing relief from wrinkles, fine lines, dark spots, age spots, blemishes and other signs of premature aging.

These antioxidants and related compounds fight with the free radicals of our body ( that get formed during oxidation), stabilizes them and prevents our body from oxidative damage and thus keeps premature aging at bay.

By reducing fine line, wrinkles, age spots and other signs of aging, it makes us look younger for a long time.

# Heals Broken Capillaries ( Spider Veins)

Consuming blueberries on a regular basis is very effective for healing broken capillaries as it strengthens the blood vessels and capillaries beneath the dermal layer.

Broken capillaries are not dangerous but they are unsightly and takes a long time to heal.

These can be identified by the splotchy appearance of the skin which is caused due to the weakening of blood vessels beneath the dermal layer of skin.

When these blood vessels get weekend then thin white lines start appearing on the skin surface and are known as broken capillaries ( or spider veins).

So, if you are seeing any symptoms of spider veins then it’s time to include blueberries in your diet.

# Aids In Treatment of Acne

Acne is a common skin problem that affects millions of people all over the world.

Till date, there is no way to prevent it but it can be treated.

Although it can be caused by many factors but the most common factor is clogging of our skin pores by dirt, impurities, excess oil, pollutants, etc.

When our skin pores get clogged then it becomes difficult for our skin to get rid of the toxins and this gives rise to pimples (acne) and other skin problem.

Blueberries are a good source of a number of vitamins, minerals, antioxidants, phytochemicals, and other compounds and this makes them very beneficial for treating acne.

# Wonderful Skin Toner

Blueberries are loaded with vitamins, minerals, antioxidants, phytochemicals, flavonoids, etc. and is a natural skin toner.

It is very effective to tone our skin properly which provides a lot of benefits like maintains pH balance, removal of toxins from our skin, shrinking and tightening of skin pores, providing nourishment and hydration to our skin, reducing the acne risk ( source).

For using blueberries for skin toning, mix steamed blueberries and crushed blueberries together and add plain yogurt to it. Now, blend this mixture to form a smooth paste.

# Removes Dead And Dry Skin Cells

Blueberries are beneficial not only for improving our skin tone but also for removing dead and dry cells from the skin.

This wonderful fruit can be used as an excellent natural scrub. To get rid of dry and dead skin cells, make a blueberry scrub by using mashing blueberry pulp, yogurt, and oatmeal together.

This scrub will rejuvenate your skin by bidding goodbye to dead and dry skin cells.

# Get Rid Of Under Eyes Dark Circles

Tired of dark circles under your eyes ( or around your eyes)? If yes, then there is no need to worry as blueberries are effective for providing relief from dark circles too.

To get rid of dark circles, crush some blueberries and add aloe vera gel to it, to make a mask.

Gently apply this paste under your eyes and leave it for 10-15 minutes. After 15 minutes, carefully remove the paste from your eyes ( skin under your eyes) using lukewarm water.

Blueberries are beneficial for our eyes not only for removing dark circles but also for preventing our eyes from oxidative damage, reduces the risk of macular degeneration and keep our eyes healthy.