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Sugar-coat your skin for a glowing, youthful appearance

Sugar-coat your skin for a glowing, youthful appearance

Written by Editorial Team |Updated : March 20, 2015 10:49 AM IST

People usually see sugar as something unhealthy for the body, mind and soul. Yes, sugar can make you put on weight and lead to diseases if the intake is excessive, but it isn t as bad as you think it is. Sugar is also full of some amazing benefits. In fact, it could be a great beauty ingredient.Raw sugar has surprisingly a large number of skin and hair benefits. Here are different ways in which you can use this ingredient.

Keeps your skin healthy

We all want our skin to stay healthy and beautiful. Yes it can be a struggle at times because of the changing weather and extreme pollution outside. But you can always protect your skin from damage and keep it bright and glowing. A simple and quick solution to your problem would be sugar. Sugar contains glycolic acid which is known for maintaining good skin. It is also used in several cosmetics.

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Prevents acne

Did you know you can also prevent acne with the help of raw sugar? Using a sugar face pack will remove dead cells that accumulate on the skin and cleanse your pores completely. In this way, you will prevent acne. But if you have very sensitive or dry skin, you may want to skip this or use it sparingly. (Read: 8 beauty benefits of cucumber you shouldn t miss)

Reduces hair damage

Massaging sugar all over your hair regularly can keep it healthy. Wash it off with water, it will control dandruff, impart healthy and beautiful hair, reduce hair loss and damage significantly. (Read: Beauty benefits of coconut)

Softens your skin

Sugar can also soften your skin. It is not just limited to something as basic as exfoliation. If you simply use a scrub with raw sugar with olive oil, it will make the skin soft and supple. If it is too harsh on the skin, you could use powdered sugar. It will unclog pores and moisturise the skin.

How to make home-made packs using sugar

Sugar body scrub

You will need lemon juice, raw sugar, olive oil and organic honey for this. Mix all of them together and make sure the content of these items are enough for your entire body. Now apply it gently and continue to rub in a circular motion. Do this for 3 to 5 minutes. Once done, you can wash it off with cold water. Your skin will feel soft and smooth.

Sugar face pack

Sugar can also be used to prepare a healthy face pack at home. Take a few drops of lemon juice, sugar and honey and apply all over the face after you have made a solid paste. Wash off with cold water. Doing this once a week will keep your skin exfoliated and young. (Read: Did you know these hidden beauty benefits of coffee)

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