Cabbage
White cabbage contains lots of vitamins A, B, C, H; Purple cabbage contains lots of vitamins C, K and high levels of polyphenol anthocyanin. Cabbage contains high amounts of antioxidants and anti-inflammatory properties, which help make the skin soft, elastic, and protect it from damage caused by UV rays.
When using cabbage for skincare, it is advisable to wash it thoroughly and soak it in salt for about 30 minutes. If using it as a face mask, chop the cabbage into small pieces, then boil it with milk to create a thick mixture and apply it to the skin.
Cabbage juice and boiled cabbage water also have skin whitening and oil-reducing effects. Apply this juice to the skin or use the boiled water to wash the face. However, it is important to blanch the cabbage before juicing or boiling it.
Apply this juice to the skin or use the boiled water to wash the face.
Watercress
Watercress is rich in calcium, phosphorus, iron, and vitamin C, which helps support the treatment of anemia, improve digestion, and prevent chronic blood vessel diseases. Use fresh watercress, wash it thoroughly, crush it, squeeze out the juice, and apply it to acne-prone skin.
Purple Basil
Purple basil contains many nutrients, such as vitamin A, C, calcium, iron, phosphorus. The stems and leaves of purple basil have beautifying effects on the skin. If you want a white, bright skin and reduce freckles and acne, you can use crushed purple basil leaves as a face mask.
Centella
Centella contains beta carotene, sterols, saponins, alkaloids, flavonols, saccharides, calcium, iron, magnesium, manganese, phosphorus, potassium, vitamins B1, B2, B3, C, and K. These are all beneficial components for the skin.
Centella contains beneficial components for the skin.
Centella extract has the ability to regenerate connective tissue, helping wounds heal quickly. Use centella juice to wash the face or apply crushed centella on the skin to cool and cleanse the skin. If treating acne, you can use 50g of centella and 50g of gac leaves, crush them, add a little salt, and apply them to the affected area. Apply twice a day until the acne is gone.
Pennywort
It is a type of herb with a spicy taste and cooling properties, it also has antimicrobial properties, making it effective in treating acne. Regularly applying pennywort masks will make the skin soft, smooth, cool, reduce acne, and lighten the skin tone. For oily skin, a little salt can be added.
These beauty methods using vegetables are convenient and safe for the skin. They can be used individually or in combination with each other or with yogurt and honey. The nutrients provided and the reduction of water evaporation on the skin surface help make the skin soft and smooth.
If the results of using vegetable masks are not satisfactory, it is recommended to consult with a specialist doctor, especially a dermatologist.
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