Many people go for lotions, serums, and many other treatments that they apply on the surface of the skin.

Ultimately, true beauty does not correlate with the outer sheath. Thus, healthy food should be considered as the best makeup that can underline natural beauty and make women more attractive.

It is through the consumption of specific fruits that it is extremely possible to enhance this process. In this article let’s detail 5 such fruits that are both tasty and have many skin-enhancing benefits that can leave you glowing from the inside out.

Five fruits for glowing skin:

(1)Avocado: The Creamy Elixir for Youthful Skin

Avocado is commonly known as a superfood, which can hardly be considered a misconception. This creamy fruit is a good source of healthy fats; monounsaturated fats ensure the skin is moisturized and healthy. It is also rich in virgin oil which is packed with vitamins E and C that is very vital when it comes to the health of the skin. 

Vitamin E is more of an antioxidant and hence helps in preventing damage to the skin by free radicals. This could be beneficial for erasing the first sign of aging like the lines on the face and the wrinkles. Whereas vitamin C is useful in the synthesis of collagen necessary for keeping skin stiff and elastic. 

Creative Tip: You can try to make avocado in the morning meal by preparing an avocado smoothie mixed with honey and a bit of spinach. Your skin will benefit from this green liquid.

(2)Blueberries: The Tiny Powerhouses of Antioxidants

These tiny yet effective berries are packed with antioxidants that act as agents for neutralizing the free radical that affects the skin cells. Among them, anthocyanins are known to be abundantly found in blueberries imparting the berry its dark-blue hue as well as possessing anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties. 

Blueberries also come with vitamins A and C for the skin Furthermore, vitamin A is imperative in the regulation of the secretion of sebum on the skin. In addendum to this, vitamin C is essential to the formation of collagen as we have already seen. 

Creative Tip: Pick some fresh blueberries and blend them with a fork or a spoon to make a paste then add a tablespoon of Greek yogurt. Mix a teaspoon of baking soda with a tablespoon of vinegar spread the solution on your face and let it sit for 15-20 minutes then wash off. This urban mask makes your skin fresh and glowing as if you went to a beauty parlor.

(3)Papaya: The Tropical Beauty Booster

This hot-weather fruit is tasty and full of advantages when it comes to your skin. This fruit contains an enzyme called papain that aids in the removal of dead skin cells hence making the skin polished. Papaya also contains vitamins A, C, and E all of which have skin benefits such as protection of skin from harm and provision of skin repair mechanisms. 

The content of vitamins in papaya, specifically Vitamin A contributes to removing the scar and black marks on the skin, Vitamin C assists in increasing collagen levels, and Vitamin E waters the skin. Also, demolishing the fruit helps in reducing the swelling in the body because papaya is known to contain water consequently making the skin have that fuller look. 

Creative Tip: Blending a small piece of ripe papaya with a teaspoon of honey and a tablespoon of oatmeal will create the papaya face scrub. Apply this paste softly in circular motions on the skin of your face and wash it with lukewarm water. The natural scrub will make your skin smooth and shiny by the time you are using it.

(4)Oranges: The Citrus Burst of Radiance

Many of us are familiar with the vitamin C present in oranges but there is much more to oranges for the skin. This makes this citrus fruit also a source of antioxidants that would help prevent the impacts of UV rays and pollution. Oranges containing vitamin C, make your skin radiant, fade age spots, and increase collagen levels in the skin. 

Oranges also have natural acids that assist in the process of skin peeling hence shedding the dead skin and unveiling the new skin glowing skin. They contain water that assists in enhancing hydration of the skin, and fiber that supports alleviation of toxins; both are recognized to reduce acne. 

Creative Tip: This fruit can be consumed first thing in the morning with a glass of orange juice or with yogurt in the morning with segments of this fruit. Here are also recommendations on how to make simple natural toners: A mixture of equal portions of orange juice and water applied on the face via a cotton pad is one. This will in turn give your skin that youthful radiant look you desire.

(5)Pomegranate: The Red Jewel for Skin Rejuvenation

Pomegranates have been described as the fruit pensionaries, or ‘the red jewels of the fruit kingdom,’ and when it comes to the skin, pomegranate is truly a jewel. This fruit is a good source of antioxidants known as ellagic acid that is important in preventing the skin’s damage due to UV radiation and hence fades the signs of aging. Pomegranates also possess punicic acid which is an omega-5 fatty acid that can retain moisture and hence does not cause loss of moisture. 

Pomegranate juice having anti-inflammatory compounds could reduce the inflammation and reddening of the skin. Furthermore, the presence of vitamin C in the fruit enhances the development of collagen, which results in tight and elastic skin for the women. 

Creative Tip: Have yourself a blissful pomegranate parfait with pomegranate seeds, plain Greek yogurt, and honey in three layers. A pomegranate face mask can be made by combining one tablespoon of pomegranate juice, one teaspoon of green tea powder, and one tablespoon of aloe vera gel for royal skin care. This should be applied to the face and left on for 20 minutes before washing off with warm water and boasting of new glowing skin.

Conclusion

This point makes it clear that incorporating these five fruits into your diet has a huge implication for the well-being of your skin. Many fruits such as avocado, blueberries, papaya, oranges, and pomegranate not only are tasty but also rich in nutrients that can replenish and strengthen skin cells’ shields. I have learned that true beauty starts from the inside and thus anyone can get perfect skin without having to spend a lot of money on beauty products. 

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Nevertheless, do not forget that all these fruits will greatly improve your skin’s condition, but to achieve that, do not forget about properly balanced meals, enough water, cleansing, moisturizing, and protecting your skin daily. Thus, the next time you go grocery shopping, do not forget to include these lovely fruits on your shopping list and begin this beautiful transition to better, glowing skin. Enjoy the benefit of having smooth skin and that healthy glowing skin you have always wanted.