Sunday, September 30, 2007

PAPAYA--------->SKIN CARE

Papaya for better eyesight:
Eating 3 or more servings of this fruit per day may lower your risk of age-related macular degeneration, the primary cause of vision loss in older adults.
Papaya is good for skin:
Intake of papaya reduces the effects of stress and strain of modern life on skin. The enzyme papain acts as an exfoliative agent and removes dead cells and lifts away the dry skin. The antioxidants in papaya control premature ageing of the skin, thus imparting a youthful look.
Papaya face pack for pimples and freckles:
Apply finely ground paste of raw papaya on the face for 15-20 minutes. It is beneficial for pimples, freckles and other embarrassing blemishes besides making the skin smooth and soft.
Papaya face pack for dry skin:
Mash a small section of papaya; mix it with one tsp of milk cream, Apply on the face for 15-20 minutes. Then wash it off. This pack is very effective for dry skin.
Papaya in cosmetics:

Papaya fruit pulp and the dried latex is the basic component of many facial creams, salves and shampoos. The skin of the ripe papaya can be refrigerated and later used to wash one’s face.

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