Benefits of Pineapples on Skin and Hair

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Pineapples (Ananas comosos) are tropical food famous for their nutrients, antioxidants, and potent enzymes that fight diseases and improve health.

1. Anti-aging

Damaged and aging skin is caused by the environment, genetics, and the food we eat. These factors lead to the increase of free radicals (ROS) in the blood. ROS, among other compounds, is responsible for wrinkles, fine lines, thin skin, and collagen loss.

Pineapples are loaded with antioxidants that fight free radicals and neutralize their effects. Pineapples are also rich in alpha hydroxy acids (AHAs). AHAs help with skin rejuvenation and increase cell turnover rate.

2. Soft kissable lips

Try this trick, and you will thank me😉. Apply fresh pineapple or pineapple juice to your lips. Your lips Will become softer and maybe plumper. Make sure your lips are not cracked when you try this.

3. Removes warts and moles

Pineapples actually prevent warts and moles from forming on the face. Apply pineapples on your skin for 5 minutes and rinse off.

4. Clear-toned skin

Pineapples contain ascorbic acids and vitamin C; these compounds fight off dark spots, exfoliate the skin, and lead to a clear complexion. Since pineapples are great exfoliators, incorporating them into a scrub is a good idea.

There is a particular enzyme in pineapples called bromelain. Bromelain is a proteolytic compound that eats away dead skin and brightens skin. In addition, this enzyme fights pimples and inflammation on the skin.

5. Makes hair thick and strong

Use pineapples in your hair routine. An excellent DIY is to blend bananas, coconut oil, and pineapples. Apply this mix to your hair and leave in for 1 hour, then wash off

How to use pineapples

  • Pineapple can be used in a juice, powder, or oil form.
  • It can be used as a 5 min mask. An excellent DIY is to mix in pineapple juice and yogurt as a face mask
  • Pineapple oil is mild and can be used in hair and on the skin.
  • You can add to your black soaps, glycerine, and hair creams.

References

1. Healthline: Health benefits of pineapples

2. Med life: 20 benefits of pineapples on hair and skin

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