New Delhi, 10 June (IANS). As soon as the summer season arrives, mangoes in the market are out. Mango is not only excellent in taste, but it has many such properties, which fill our skin with shiny and freshness. In summer, when the skin becomes lifeless and dry, then mangoes help in improving it. Mango is the best combination of taste and beauty, which makes summer special.
According to the US National Library of Medicine, mangoes contain high amounts of nutrients, which are quite beneficial for the skin. Antioxidant called beta-carotene helps in keeping the skin shiny and healthy. At the same time phenolic acid protects the skin from external damage, such as sunlight and pollution. In addition, it contains ascorbic acid, which gives moisture to the skin and keeps it young.
A special element is found in mangoes, called mangiferin. It is a natural compound, which is known to reduce inflammation and protect the skin from harmful UV rays of the sun. It can protect the skin from loosening and wrinkles.
The existing properties of mangoes are still more! It contains certain types of natural chemicals, which are called ‘phenolic acid’. These are the main ‘gallic acid’, ‘chlorogenic acid’, ‘protocatechuec acid’, ‘vanilic acid’. All these are considered beneficial for the skin. A research saw that the skin makes the skin flexible with gallic acid. At the same time, chlorogenic acid, which is also found in coffee, took it regularly to see the black spots of sunlight in Japanese women.
Along with mango fruit, its leaves are also very beneficial for health. It contains good amounts of antioxidants, nitrogen, potassium, phosphorus, iron, sodium, magnesium, calcium and vitamins A, B, C and E.
Antioxidants present in mango leaves play a special role in skin care. These leaves protect the skin from the damage caused by strong rays, pollution and free radicals. Daily use of them brings tightness in the skin, which shows less wrinkles and fine lines. Mango leaves also help to lighten the stains and make the face clean. Also, these leaves are effective in reducing problems like acne and pimples, which makes the skin look more healthy and shiny.
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