Want glowing skin? DIY Homemade Carrot face masks

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Carrot face masks

Have you ever wondered why CARROTS are so well known for being healthy?

Well first of all, carrots are more than a tasty addition to soups and salads. They're really good for our skin, hair, eyes,teeth and digestive system. Carrots are full of antioxidants as well as rich in Beta carotene which is a powerful antioxidant and a natural source of vitamin A that helps in maintaining healthy skin. They have detoxifying properties and carrots also help in reducing inflammation especially when applied to the skin. Below are some of the benefits of the orange colored vegetable.

Skin benefits of carrots:

-Help maintain our skin's moisture

-Speeds up our skin cells renewal

-Has antiseptic properties which strengthen our immune system against skin infections

-Aids in acne treatment because it helps in healing and restoring wounds and spots

-Rich in antioxidants and slows down the process of skin ageing

Face Mask #1: Carrot, Honey & Lemon Mask for dull and tired looking skin

What it does:

Evens out your skin tone and gives a radiant glow to dull and tired skin.

You need:

• 2 small-medium sized, peeled, boiled and mashed carrots (wait until cool)

• 1 teaspoon fresh lemon juice

• 2 tablespoons honey

• 1 teaspoon coconut oil or olive oil (don't add this if you have oily skin)

Directions:

Mix all ingredients together to get a smooth paste like consistency. Apply over clean face and leave on for 15 to 30 minutes. Rinse with lukewarm water and pat dry.

Face Mask #2: Carrot Cucumber Mask For Dry Skin

What it does:

If you suffer from dry skin as well as acne, this face mask will restore your skin's moisture and will make your face feel soft like a baby's butt while fading acne scars if used long-term.

You need:

• 2-3 tablespoon carrot juice

• 1 tablespoon mashed cucumber (mash it to make paste)

• 1 tablespoon yogurt

Directions:

Mix all the ingredients to get a creamy and smooth paste like consistency. Apply this over clean face and neck. Leave on for 15 minutes and rinse with lukewarm water and then pat dry.

What it does:

This mask softens your skin and leaves your face looking radiant and giving you that glow from within.

Personally, I didn't make the second mask because I don't have dry skin but my Mom does so she made it and loved it! Forgot to take some photos though. ;(

* Wanna know a little secret? Bunnies are cute because they eat carrots! ;D *

So if you're still not convinced that carrots are a miracle food I think you should try these face masks and even eat more carrots and do some more research.

Until next time,