Pumpkin masks

To preserve the beauty of the skin, it is not at all necessary to use the expensive achievements of the cosmetic industry. You can prolong youth by quite affordable means, using the gifts of nature. For example, using masks from pumpkin pulp.

Benefits of pumpkin for the skin

The composition of this vegetable includes a large number of useful components that have a beneficial effect on the condition of the skin and other human organs. These useful qualities make it possible to use pumpkin not only in cooking for the preparation of delicious dishes, but also for cosmetic purposes to heal the epidermis.

The pulp of this vegetable contains the following useful components:

• Rutin and tocopherol reduce the signs of aging and slow down the process of cell destruction. By their effect, they improve the process of producing their own collagen, which is necessary to maintain the firmness and elasticity of the dermis.
• B vitamins are necessary to relieve inflammation and to protect against the bad effects of ultraviolet radiation.
• To even out the tone, the pumpkin contains nicotinic acid.
• Softening and eliminating unnecessary pigmentation will provide starch.
• To accelerate the recovery processes, the energy of the carbohydrates included in the pumpkin is used.
• With the help of pumpkin masks, you can cleanse the skin of dead cells, excess sebum and other impurities. These home treatments will keep the dermis soft, firm and healthy.

Pumpkin face mask recipes

Homemade masks with pumpkin pulp are very effective against wrinkles and other signs of aging. To prepare such a mask, steamed 50 grams of pumpkin pulp and mashed it in any way. Then 2 drops of an oily solution of rutin and 3 drops of an oily solution of vitamin E are injected into it. Finally, a large spoonful of heavy cream is added to the mask. The mixture is applied to the skin for a quarter of an hour. The full course is 10 procedures, 2 masks per week.

To cleanse the dermis of acne and get rid of foci of inflammation, a honey-pumpkin mask is made. To prepare the mixture, grind fresh pumpkin and separate 2 large spoons. They are mixed with the same amount of natural honey and 1 large spoonful of green tea. Apply the composition to the face for 20 minutes. After just a few such procedures, you will notice a positive trend.

To refresh the oily dermis and restore the work of the sebaceous ducts, you can use a mask with pumpkin, lemon and oatmeal. To begin with, grind a small piece of pumpkin pulp weighing about 80 grams. Then add half a small spoonful of lemon juice, a small spoonful of honey and the same amount of ground oatmeal. The exposure time of this mask after application is a quarter of an hour. As a result, you will get a clear matte dermis without signs of excessive grease.

It is useful to make pumpkin masks and for dry epidermis. In this case, steamed pumpkin pulp is suitable, which is mixed with olive oil in a 2: 1 ratio. After application, the mask is left to act for half an hour and washed off with cool water after the specified time.

For nutrition, relieve inflammation and moisturize, a kefir-pumpkin mask is suitable. Mix in equal proportions crushed raw pumpkin and fatty kefir and apply on the epidermis of the face for half an hour. Use warm water to remove the mask.

All types of skin can be recommended to use a pumpkin pulp mask with honey. It perfectly heals and gives the skin a radiance. First you need to steam a piece of pumpkin and then make mashed potatoes from it. Then 3 large tablespoons of pumpkin are mixed with 1 small spoonful of honey and 1 yolk... The exposure time of this mask is 20 minutes.

Pumpkin masks: reviews

Many women do not know that wonderful masks can be made from pumpkin pulp. After trying them, everyone is usually satisfied. After using such masks, the skin is noticeably tightened, it becomes smoother, wrinkles become less noticeable. Some girls make up their own recipes for masks, combining pumpkin pulp with other healthy ingredients.