Oranges for a more beautiful YOU

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One of the best sources of Vitamin C, oranges are not only great for your health but also for your skin. It has got toning properties in it which can improve the texture and color of the skin to a great extent. Citric acid and vitamin C present in the fruit restore collagen in the body. And this collagen firms the skin and stops ageing of the skin. Citric acid not only reduces formation of wrinkles on the skin but also softens the skin thereby giving you a younger looking skin. It also is a good exfoliator and removes the dead skin cells and cleanses the pores well and in this way prevents acne. Oranges also have got Vitamin A, which can reverse the damage caused by sun. This fruit is also used in spas and parlors for skin polish  as it improves the skin’s texture and exfoliates the skin.

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Orange peel face pack :- Take orange peel and use salt to clean them well and after that put the peels in a blender and make a thick paste. To make a mixture, add to it one spoonful yogurt, one spoonful of honey and a few drops of lemon juice. After washing your face with lukewarm water, apply this pack on the face. Keep it for one hour and after it has dried, use cold water to wash your face. This pack will remove all dead cells from the face. After washing your face, apply light moisturizer or facial cream depending on your skin type, to prevent extreme skin dryness.

Orange peel juice for hair :- If you have dandruff or your scalp is too oily, orange peel juice can quickly fix these issues. Mash the peel into a pulp and apply it as a hair pack. This not only cleanses the scalp well but also conditions the hair.

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