Papaya Smoothie for Glowing Skin

If you knew the benefits of papaya for glowing skin you’d be eating it very single day! Try this papaya smoothie for glowing skin today!

Beauty Benefits of Papaya for Skin

Papaya is a tropical fruit that is rich in phytochemicals, antioxidants and enzymes that are beneficial for skin.

The main beauty nutrient in papaya is papain, an active enzyme that provides anti-aging and skin lightening benefits! Other benefits of papain include: promoting skin regeneration, soothing inflammation, decreasing hyperpigmentation, softening skin and reducing acne.

Check out other nutrients in papaya for beautiful skin:

• Vitamin A – What makes papaya a gorgeous orange/red? It’s the presence of beta carotene! This natural pigment is found in yellow/orange and red foods. It is converted to Vitamin A in the body. Vitamin A is known to prevent dry flaky skin. It also reduces visibility of acne scars and dark spots.
• Vitamin C – Vitamin C is also found in papaya. It boosts collagen production and improves the skin’s elasticity and firmness.
• Alpha Hydroxy Acids – These natural fruit acids exfoliate skin by breaking down bonds between dead cells.
• Potassium – Papaya also contains potassium, which keeps skin hydrated and moisturized.

Recipe: Papaya Smoothie for Glowing Skin

What you Need

• 1 cup papaya
• 2 oranges
• 1 inch fresh ginger
• ½ cup ice cubes

Directions

Add all ingredients into the blender and blend away! Pour into a tall glass and enjoy ~

Try a Papaya Face Mask!

You can use papaya directly on your skin in addition to consuming it! I love making a papaya face mask using papaya and honey. It acts as a perfect face mask for lightening blemishes, dark spots and acne marks. It’s also good for gently exfoliating dry skin.

What you need

• 1 tsp papaya puree
• ½ tsp raw honey

Directions

1. To make a face mask, simply mix papaya puree with raw honey in a bowl.
2. Slather it on your clean face.
3. Wash it off with lukewarm water after 10 minutes. It helps exfoliate and soften your face!

Are you ready to make this papaya smoothie for glowing skin?!