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Orange peel has purposes manifold. Report suggest that orange peel is actually the healthiest part of the whole fruit.  Orange flesh contains about 71 milligrams of vitamin C, the peel contains over 136 milligrams. Research tells that orange peels are rich in flavonoids and several other important phytochemicals that offer various health benefits. The peel contains citric acid that helps in the brightening of skin naturally. It gives skin the glow that has ever wanted.  Good skin care products that are available as acne creams, or cleanses, or oil balance products must contain this ingredient Nutrients values in orange peel 1. Vitamin C: Did you know that orange peels actually contain way more vitamin C than the orange pulp itself? Every 100 grams of orange peels contain 136 milligrams of vitamin C, while the fleshy inside part beneath the peel only has 70 milligrams/100 grams. Vitamin C not only combats free radicals that destroy functioning skin cells bu

Stretch marks are common problem encounters by both men and women, stretch marks are stubborn and tend to have an effect on people’s confidence. It can take place due to pregnancy or sudden weight gain, also a beauty woe that can be commonly seen on waist, thighs, lower backs, hips, breasts, arms, and buttocks. Typically, stretch marks appear as bands of parallel lines on your skin. These lines are a different color and texture than normal skin, and range from purple to bright pink to light gray. They occur when the dermal layer of the skin is suddenly stretched in the case of pregnancy. The dermis has strong, inter-connected fibers that let your skin stretch as your body grows. Sudden weight gain results in the skin overstretching and the fibers breaking which ultimately causes stretch marks. When the dermis tears, the blood vessels under the skin show, making the stretch marks appear red or purple initially. Later, when the blood vessels get smaller, the pale-col

Egg white Egg white is high in proteins and amino acids, egg white is a super food for the skin. When applied on stretch marks, egg white will help lighten the marks while also tightening the skin. Castor oil Apply castor oil directly on the stretch marks and massage it in a circular motion for 15-20 minutes. After massaging, cover the area with thin cotton cloth and apply some heat using a heating pad.  For best results, do this as often as you can for a month. Sugar Mix sugar, olive oil, and lemon juice to form a scrub. Apply to the stretch marks and rub in for 10 minutes. Rinse with lukewarm water. Argan oil Vitamin E enriched Argan oil increases the elasticity of skin and rubbing it on the stretch marks might heal the broken tissues gradually making the marks fade. Lemon juice Lemon juice is known for its natural properties, which helps reduce the visibility effectively. Use fresh lemon juice daily or simply rub a sliced lemon wedge on

Virgin coconut oil Virgin coconut oil refers to a clear oil extracted from fresh coconut milk by coconut wet-process without refining. Oil is extracted only from fresh high quality coconuts and extraction/purification is through mechanical means only.  No official standard exists for virgin coconut oil although there is a common understanding- supported by years of research in the topic- as to what virgin oil is.  It is agreed in the coconut industry that virgin oil can only be produced from non-copra processed oil. However, not all non-copra coconut oils can be called virgin oil.  The result is unrefined coconut oil with very low free-fatty acid content. Virgin coconut oil from this process has very long shelf life, natural coconut aroma and flavour, light viscosity and non-oily character. Virgin oil is a specific type of natural oil. NOTE: Virgin coconut oil is natural coconut oil BUT not all natural oils are virgin oil. Virgin coconut oil cannot be pr

Coconut oil comprised of a unique combination of natural fats, which makes it useful in treating the skin,” explains Joshua Zeichner, MD, director of cosmetic and clinical research in dermatology at Mount Sinai Hospital in New York City. These fatty acids include linoleic acid (which is beneficial for acne-prone skin) and up to 50 percent lauric acid (which is hydrating and antimicrobial). Coconut oil is famous throughout the world not only as an edible oil and hair tonic but also as an excellent massage oil and a moisturizer for the skin. In the tropical parts of the world where coconuts are readily available and used in many ways, natives use coconut oil for skin, as they believe that it protects from the sun’s harmful rays. This natural oil, without any chemical or additives, can protect the skin in the hottest and sunniest places on earth better than the processed and artificial sun creams. Studies show that coconut oil which is extracted from the meat of m

Raw carrot juice can be made in a juicer or with a blender, of which there will be review for both. The amount of carrots used depends on the amount of juice get. For 1 medium sized glass of carrot juice, start with 3 – 4 carrots. Method with blender Cleaning Take carrots, wash them well under running water. Peel them and cut off the top portion or the head where it was attached  to plant. Cutting Cut the carrots into manageable portions. This way was to prevent blender from getting damaged. Cut into one to two-inch chunks. Puree After all, those cleaning and cutting process, add the chunks of carrots into blender. Add small amounts of water to make the carrots moist and make a puree. Mix water This will dilute the carrot puree. Boil 1 cup of water,  add to the puree and give them a nice stir. Steep the mixture Allow the mixture of carrot puree and hot water to sit for 15-20 minutes. This step will boost its nutrient proper