Skin Benefits of Tamarind

1. Helps skin lightening:

Tamarind pulp can be used to lighten the skin tone. Soak 30 grams of this fruit in 150 ml hot water for 10 minutes. Extract the pulp. Mix ½ a teaspoon turmeric powder to this. Apply evenly on cleansed skin and leave for 15 minutes. Wash off with tepid water to reveal a fairer and more radiant skin. This is ideal for oily skin and can be used by 3 times a week for a glowing skin.

2. As Skin Exfoliating Agent:

Tamarind is a wonderful source of alpha hydroxyl acids. AHA, as it is commonly referred to, is one of the major ingredients in various leading exfoliating creams available in the market.

Mix one teaspoon tamarind extract with one teaspoon rock salt and 1 tbsp milk cream or yogurt. While milk cream is ideal for dry skin, yogurt works well for oily skin. Mix all the ingredients well. Apply the mixture evenly on your face and using your finger, massage in gentle, circular motions for 5 to 7 minutes to eliminate the dead cells and reveal a clean and clear skin.

3. Innate Skin Bleaching Properties:

Give your skin natural bleach effects with pure and natural tamarind extract. Mix one teaspoon of tamarind extract with one teaspoon each of lemon and honey. Apply this mixture on your face and wash off after 15 minutes for a visibly lighter skin.

4. Skin Toning And Hydrating Properties:

A bowl of boiled and cooled tamarind water can be used as a natural skin toning and moisturizing agent. Just add 15 grams of tamarind to boiling hot water and simmer for about 15 minutes. Add 2 teaspoons of green tea to the water and simmer for another 5 minutes. Strain both the liquids and mix well. This can be used as a natural skin toning and hydrating agent. All you have to do is allow the mixture to cool and apply.

5. Natural Anti-aging Agent:

Tamarind is packed with various acids, antioxidants, fiber, and vitamins that combat the free radicals. These free radicals can cause premature aging. Apply a pack made with gram flour, tamarind extract, semolina, and honey, on a regular basis, to prevent these damages and give your skin that radiant and youthful look.

6. Removes Dark Circles:

The dark shades on the neck are common in women than men. While many of us resort to bleaching agents as instant solutions, here is one natural ingredient which could have longer lasting effects. Mix in 1 teaspoon tamarind concentrate with 1 tsp honey and 1 tsp rose water. Apply this on the neck and leave for about 20 minutes. Wash off with rose water or warm water. Doing this for a period of time could help in eliminating the darkness completely.

7. Blemish-Free Skin:

Packed with AHA, tamarind is an established anti-blemish agent. It is also known to act as a natural remedy for pigmentation. Just apply freshly prepared tamarind juice on the face to ease the blemishes and pigmentation and reveal a clear skin.

8.  Acne Skin Conditions:

The Vitamin C, A, and other antioxidants present in tamarind enables it to act as a natural cure for various inflammatory skin conditions, including pimples and acne. Just mix tamarind extract with turmeric powder and fresh yogurt. Apply this pack on your face and allow it to dry. Wash off with warm water and apply a good moisturizer exclusive for oily skin. This will not only combat the skin eruptions, but also ensure that your skin gets a glow.

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