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Tomato and Honey for Face: Benefits and 9 Recipes

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Tomato is the normal remedies for reducing skin balancing and natural looking. Tomato is also a  natural way for acne treatment.

Tomato contains the vitamin K and vitamin C also. It also contains potassium, foliate. Vitamin C helpful in fair the skin naturally and gives fine look on face. Drinking of tomato juice is best for skin tone.

Benefits of tomatoes

  • Tomatoes contain antioxidant and antityrosinase activities which is helpful to lighten the complexion and also protect the skin from damage.
  • Tomatoes exert anti-aging effects when applied topically, reduce fine lines, wrinkles, and age spots.
  • Tomatoes contains lycopene that provides protection from photo damage.
  • Vitamin C improves the collagen and stretchy production in the skin, making it flexible and firm
  • In nature tomato pulp is antibacterial and antifungal.
  • Tomatoes help in balances the skin’s pH levels, which is useful in balances the natural oil produced by the skin.
  • Tomatoes removes dead cells and tightens pores.

With such a wide range of tomatoes benefits, it can be used for different skin types to solve various problems. Here are some ways how tomatoes can be used for different skin types and problem.

Anti-aging supplement

Tomato is natural anti ageing; supplement gives the natural results without side effects. Tomato helps to anti aging the skin.

Tomatoes are excellent to reduce oiliness

Tomatoes will helpful in reducing oiliness and they also help keep the skin cleaner and tighter. Rub raw tomatoes all over the skin and leave on for 5minutes before wash your face.

Tomatoes help reduce open pores and blackheads

To reduce blackheads just rub tomato all over the skin, letting the juice saturate into the pores. Leave on for 10 minutes and wash your face.

Tomatoes act as an astringent

Tomatoes help Lighten the skin and also helpful to wake up the dullest of skins.

Tomatoes reducing summer tanning

Tomatoes are Helpful in reducing summer tanning. Mash a tomato and mix its pulp with a teaspoon of honey and massage on the skin. Reduces tan but also naturally reduce dryness caused by the strong UV rays of the sun. Leave this on for a minimum of 15 minutes and wash with cold water.

Tomatoes decrease the effects of sunburn

Tomatoes are full with Vitamin C and A, it gives the skin a fresher and fairer look, but also helps in reduce effects of sunburn as well. Mix tomato juice with some buttermilk and apply to the skin allowing it to soak in the coolness of this magic mixture. Even if you have sunburn rashes, it will smooth the skin.

Applying tomato juice on face daily

On face applying tomato juice every day. It will reduce the blockheads and reduces pimples on the skin. Tomatoes are good for acne and also good for balancing skin. For immediate results rub the tomato everyday on the face.

Here are some natural DIY face masks that you will love.

Tomato Honey Face Mask: 9 DIY Recipes and Uses

1. Simple honey and tomato face mask for skin whitening and healthy skin

To get all the benefits of tomato and honey for skin, try this mask.

If you have dull skin, use this tomato and honey skin-brightening face mask.

Preparation

  • 2 tablespoons tomato pulp
  • 1 teaspoon honey

Method

  1. In a bowl, mix honey and tomato and make a paste of it.
  2. Apply the mixture to face.
  3. Let it sit for 15-20 minutes.
  4. Wash off with plain water.

2. Tomato, honey and oats meal face mask

Antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties in oatmeal help to soothe dry and itchy skin. Oatmeal is the perfect ingredient for face masks. Oatmeal also help soothe sunburnt skin due to its healing, moisturizing and antioxidant properties.

Preparation

  • 2 tablespoons tomato pulp
  • 1 tablespoon oats
  • 1 tablespoon honey

Method

  1. Place tomato pulp, oats and honey in a bowl.
  2. Mix them well to create a paste.
  3. Apply the mixture to face.
  4. Let it sit for 15-20 minutes.
  5. Wash off with plain water.

3. Tomato, honey and avocado face mask

The antioxidant properties of avocado help combat free radicals, which are a main cause of skin damage and wrinkles. Vitamins C and E present in avocado, along with different fatty acids, also help protect and firm the skin.
 
Preparation
  • 1 tablespoon tomato pulp
  • 2 tablespoon mashed avocado
  • 1 tablespoon honey

Method

  1. Mix tomato pulp, mashed avocado and honey in a bowl and make a paste of it.
  2. Apply the mixture to face.
  3. Let it sit for 15-20 minutes.
  4. Wash off with plain water

4. Tomato, honey and aloe vera gel face mask

Aloe vera contains vitamins, minerals, enzymes, saponins, sugars, lignin, amino acids and salicylic acids. It contain antioxidants like vitamins A, C and E. It also contains folic acid vitamin B12 and choline. They all are good for skin.

Preparation

  • 1 tablespoon tomato pulp
  • A few drops of aloe vera gel
  • 1 teaspoon honey

Method

  1. Mix tomato pulp, honey and aloe vera gel in a bowl and make a paste of it.
  2. Apply the mixture to face.
  3. Let it sit for 10-12 minutes.
  4. Wash off with plain water.

5. Tomato, honey and olive oil face mask

Olive oil has antioxidants and fatty acids which is good for skin. It also contains squalene and skin-healing vitamin K, which help hydrate and soften the skin.

Preparation

  • 1 tablespoon tomato pulp
  • 1 teaspoon olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon honey

Method

  1. In a bowl, mix tomato pulp, olive oil and honey and make a paste of it.
  2. Apply the mixture to face.
  3. Let it sit for 15-20 minutes.
  4. Wash off with plain water.

6. Turmeric, sandalwood, tomato and honey face mask for acne

Antiseptic properties of sandalwood prevent acne and pimples from developing.

Antioxidants and anti-inflammatory components present in turmeric may provide glow and luster to the skin.

Preparation

  • 1 tablespoon tomato pulp
  • 2 tablespoons sandalwood powder
  • A pinch of turmeric
  • 1 teaspoon honey

Method

  1. Mix tomato pulp, sandalwood powder, turmeric and honey in a bowl until you get a smooth paste.
  2. Apply the mixture to face.
  3. Let it sit for 15-20 minutes.
  4. Wash off with warm water.

7. Cucumber, tomato and honey face mask for oily skin

Cucumber is mostly water but also contains caffeic acid and ascorbic acid (vitamin C). These acids help soothe skin irritations, reduce swelling and prevent water retention.

Preparation

  • 1 tablespoon tomato pulp
  • 1 teaspoon cucumber paste
  • 1 tablespoon honey

Method

  1. Mix honey, cucumber and tomato pulp in a bowl.
  2. Apply the mixture to face.
  3. Let it sit for 12-15 minutes
  4. Wash off with plain water.

This onatural mask perfect for the people with oily skin.

8. Yogurt, turmeric, gram flour, honey and tomato face mask for acne and anti-aging

Yogurt contains an alpha hydroxy acid and lactic acid that dissolves dead skin cells. Yogurt will help fight acne, prevent premature aging, moisturize, relieve sunburn, and reduce discoloration.

Certain properties in gram flour may treat acne and the zinc in it may fight the infections that cause acne. And also helps soothes inflamed skin and control excess sebum production.

Preparation

  • 1 tablespoon tomato pulp
  • 1 teaspoon yogurt
  • 2 tablespoons gram flour (besan)
  • 1/2 teaspoon honey
  • A pinch of turmeric

Method

  1. Mix all the ingredients in a bowl.
  2.  Apply the mixture to face.
  3. Let it sit for 12-15.
  4. Wash off with plain water.

Use this facemask twice a week.

9. Clay, tomato and honey face mask for skin whitening

Clay has detoxifying and cleansing ingredients you can use on your skin. Rich in minerals, help to clear blemishes, draw out impurities and leave brighter complexion.

Preparation

  • 1 tablespoon clay
  • 2 tablespoons tomato pulp
  • 1 teaspoon honey

Method

  1. Mix clay tomato and honey in a bowl and make a paste of it.
  2.  Apply the mixture to face.
  3. Let it sit for 12-15 minutes.
  4. Wash off with warm water