We all love orange, in one or the other form, whether we eat it, drink it or use it to intensify our beauty treatments. But there is one mistake that we have been repeatedly doing until now, throwing away those nutritious orange peels!
Yes, you read that right! Even orange peels are great and beneficial for your skin. And the best form of using those peels are in their powdered form, at least in most of the remedies that we prepare at home.
In this article, you will know about some great and effective face masks that have been prepared to add a natural glow to your beauty.
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1. Ayurvedic Orange Peel Face Mask
Ayurveda is the best remedy to use if you want natural beauty and no harmful side effects of the products used in it. For this face pack, take fresh orange peels and blend them into a smooth paste by adding some rose water in it. Add a little amount of flour in it and then apply the pack on your face. Wash off with lukewarm water after 20 minutes to get that glow and brightness on your skin.
2. Orange Peel With Turmeric Powder & Honey Face Wash
Take 1 tablespoon of honey and 1 tablespoon of powdered orange peel in a bowl and add a pinch of turmeric powder in it. Mix well and form a smooth paste. Apply this paste on your skin and leave it on for 10 minutes. Wash off your face using rose water or a mild cleanser. This pack is great for removing suntan effectively. (Avoid this pack if you have acne-prone skin)
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3. Orange Peel With Sandalwood Powder & Walnut Paste
A good exfoliation will give you an instant brightness and glow on your skin, and orange peels make the best exfoliating packs. Mix 1 tablespoon of orange peel powder, sandalwood powder and walnut powder each, and make a paste using 2 teaspoons of rose water and 2-3 drops of lemon juice in it. Now apply this paste on your face and wash off after 5-10 minutes.
4. Orange Peel Cleansing Face Mask
Orange peels are great for removing excess oil from your skin and it acts as a great antioxidant that cleanses your skin as well. Take 2 teaspoons of powdered orange peel, 1 teaspoon of milk and 1 teaspoon of coconut oil in a bowl and mix the ingredients well together. Apply the paste on your face and let it stay on for 15 minutes, then wash off using plain water.
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5. Orange Peel With Oatmeal & Baking Soda Face Mask
Oatmeal and orange both are great for eliminating pimples from your skin. To prepare this face mask, take 2 teaspoons of orange peel powder and mix it with 1 teaspoon of baking soda and 1 teaspoon of oatmeal in a bowl. Apply an even layer of the mixture on our skin and massage gently in circular motion. wash off with cold water and pat dry with a paper towel.
6. Orange Peel With Green Clay Face Mask
Extract the juice of half orange and add it to the powdered orange peel. Now add 1 tablespoon of green clay and a little amount of milk powder, and make a paste of combining all the ingredients. Apply this mixture on your face and let it sit for at least 15-20 minutes and rinse off with lukewarm water later.
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7. Orange Peel With Yogurt Face Pack
This amazing face pack not only rejuvenates your skin but also add an instant glow to your face. Perfect to try before a party or occasion! Take 1 tablespoon of powdered orange peel and mix it well with 2 tablespoons of Yogurt. Apply the pack on your face and leave it on for 20 minutes. Wash off with plain water later.
Now remember the next time you eat an orange, don’t throw away those nutrition-filled orange peels, that can do wonders for your skin, in unexpected ways!
