4 Amazing Beauty Benefits Of Tomatoes! It Treats Acne Too.

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Do you have acne? Do you keep on trying new products or home remedies to treat them?

Undoubtedly, acne or pimples are the last thing any girl wants to see, especially when they leave scars. They look unpleasant, and some people feel acutely embarrassed to have them on their face. At times, they can be painful as well, which makes the condition even more frustrating.

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Acne is generally caused due to clogged pores, glands, and follicles. Though the condition is not dangerous, it must be treated as soon as possible as it can leave permanent scars on your face.

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Today, we are going to share the most effective and inexpensive way to treat acne. You can get rid of them by using only one ingredient. The ingredient that we are talking about is rich in vitamin C, folic acid, and carotenoids. Its antioxidant properties help in lightening the complexion and protect the skin against damage.

It also contains anti-aging properties that help in fading away fine lines and wrinkles. The super ingredient that we are talking about is – TOMATO.

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Not many of us are aware that you can treat acne and acne scars using tomatoes. In fact, applying tomato on your face is one the most effective ways to get rid of acne. It is rich in vitamins that help in regenerating the skin and balancing the pH levels, thereby preventing further breakouts.

Tomatoes contain salicylic acid, and this is one ingredient that is found in most of the cosmetic products. Since the fruit is so beneficial for our skin, let us see the ways in which we can add it to our beauty regimen and make our skin glow like never before.

1. Tomato Face Mask To Cure Acne

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Ingredients Required
  • 1 tomato
  • 2-3 drops of jojoba oil
  • 3-5 drops of tea tree oil
How To Apply
  1. Take out the pulp of the tomato and mix it with both the oils in a bowl.
  2. Now, apply this mixture to your face and neck and let it dry for some time.
  3. Wash it off with cold water.

Apply this face mask twice or thrice in a week. The oils present in it will hydrate the skin and prevent infections.

2. Tomato Face Scrub To Get Rid Of Blackheads

Ingredients Required
  • 1 tomato
  • 1 teaspoon of yogurt
  • 1 tablespoon of oats
How To Apply
  1. Mix tomato pulp and yogurt in a bowl.
  2. Add the oats to the mixture. Mix well to ensure that there are no lumps.
  3. Warm up the mixture lightly,
  4. Now, apply this to your face and neck and let it dry for some time.
  5. After 10-15 minutes, wash it off with cold water. While washing, massage your face in a circular motion.

You can apply this face mask twice a week. Oatmeal will act as a deep cleanser and help in clearing the dead cells and blackheads.

3. Tomato Face Mask For Dark Circles

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Ingredients Required
  • 1 teaspoon of aloe vera juice
  • 1 teaspoon of tomato pulp
How To Apply
  1. Mix both the ingredients well and then apply it under your eyes.
  2. Let it settle for 10 minutes and then wash it off with water.

You can apply this daily for quick results.

4. Tomato Face Pack For Dark Spots And Pigmentation

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Ingredients Required
  • 1 tablespoon of tomato pulp
  • 2-3 drops of lemon juice
How To Apply
  1. Mix both the ingredients and apply it on the affected areas.
  2. Let it dry for 5-10 minutes and then rinse it off with water.
  3. Pat dry your skin and apply a moisturizer.

You can apply this mask daily. Both the ingredients contain skin bleaching properties, and thus, help in lightening the dark spots.

These tomato face packs work well for any skin type. The best part of it is, if you are running out of time, you can simply cut the tomato into two halves and rub it on your face and neck. Let it stay on for some time. Your skin should absorb the tomato juice by then. After some time, rinse it off with water. Pat dry your skin and apply a good moisturizer.

Try it now and let us know your experience.

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