Tomato (part 2)

Tomato is known throughout the world through its many different varieties. Beyond its benefits as a food, its vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants provide many additional health benefits; one area where it is especially valuable is its ability to aid in healthy, glowing skin. Tomatoes are a great addition to a reguler beauty regimen, no matter in adding moisture, fighting acne and adding radiance.

Tomatoes are great for the skin as they have cooling and astringent properties. They are rich in vitamin C making it helpful for acne and brightening dull skin and tomatoes also contain vitamin A which is needed for healthy skin. Its naturally acidic so it helps balance the skin and get rid of excessive oil. There are also many antioxidants in tomatoes.

Lycopene

Not only do tomatoes taste great but they also keep the skin healthy. It is necessary to consume tomatoes as they have lycopene, which is an antioxidant and hence works as a sunscreen from within. These antioxidants make tomato an antiaging product as they help in fighting cellular damage and reddening of skin. It is recommended to have at least 16 miligrams of lycopene per day as they reduce the number of free radicals in the body and also help to retain the moisture in people who are used to sitting in air-conditioned environs.

Skin Care and Acne

Tomatoes are popping with antioxidants, vitamin A and C - which are all good for skin. Pores can get clogged with sebum and the vitamin A will help reduce that sebum. Using tomatoes for regular skin care can also help reduce the size of your pores.

Source: New Health Guide, BBC, The Times Of India, wikiHow, Go Green Street, Valerie Lim, Health me up