Hi Dolls,

We spend time and money to investigate the products that are suppose to keep our skin healthy and beautiful. We are suppose to drink water, eat the right amount of protein, and eat our fruits and vegetables. But here's something that will make you go BANANA'S literally.
Bananas' are a healthy food source.  They are abundant in vitamin and minerals including potassium, iron, and zinc.   What was very surprising to me is that they are also  packed with Amino Acids and antioxidants that supply nutrients good for your skin and hair. So what does all this mean? Well vitamins are away for the body to get essential organic compounds for normal growth and nutrition. Amino Acids is a class of organic compounds to help with your body metabolism.A banana has terrific vitamins and nutrients that can not only help your skin look great, it has so many uses including for your hair.
     Here are some homemade beauty tips that will help to beautify you skin and hair while putting these extra ripe bananas' to use.
1.  Dry Skin- Turn an extra ripe banana into a moisturizer.  Smash the fruit into a bowl and apply to your face.  Leaving for 15 to 20 minutes then wash off of your face with warm water.  Close your pores with cold water and your dry skin will be smooth to the touch.

2.  Dry Hair and Scalp- Try this mixture: Place two over ripe bananas, one avocado, and yogurt into a blender.  After applying this mixture to your scalp let sit for 20 minutes and then rinse with warm water.

3.  Wrinkles- Using the above combination apply cream to face as a facial mask.  The properties in this combination will reduce the appearance of lines and prevent new aging spots.

4. Shaving-Some people are allergic to shaving cream, an excellent alternative is using the inside of the banana as shaving cream. This will allow you to have a smooth shave and your legs will also smell great!

5. Teeth-We all love our teeth to look great, if you want to naturally whiten your teeth, you may use the inside of a banana peel to do so. Rub your teeth with the inside of a banana peel for about two minutes a night and rinse with salt water. The results are going to be amazing and you will never feel the same about a banana again.
 
      These are just some of the tips that I have tried.  But consider even these for the use of the banana peel:  
It is said that the peel of a banana has enzymes, anti-fungal and antibiotic properties.  It can be used to treat mosquito bites, small scratches and poison ivy rash.  I was very surprised to come across this information about the uses of a banana and it's peel.  I'll never throw away another banana again!  Please try these helpful tips to beautify your hair, skin, and teeth.  But for now be well and safe.


XOXO

Nikki