Orange Peel Benefits & Uses for the Skin

April 26, 2018 by Forest Essentials

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Orange, the bright shiny citrus fruit that we all love because of its tangy taste, is one of the most effective immunity boosting foods. A glass of orange juice gives a complete dose of Vitamin C, along with other necessary nutrients and fiber. In addition to the fruit, its peel is of great value as it contains a number of vital nutrients and health promoting compounds – making it an ingredient to look for in your summer beauty products.

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Most of us throw away the peel of fruit but when it comes to oranges, there are a few lesser known health benefits of Orange peel, like in terms of fighting diseases and enhancing the skin’s radiance. Its flavonoids help to defend against many inflammatory health conditions. It also has anti-bacterial and anti-microbial properties, which makes it a great choice for treating acne and oily skin.

How to use Orange Peel?

Orange peel can be used in many ways including the oil extracted from the peel and the powdered form. To get the orange peel powder, first the peel needs to be dried in the shade and then preferably hand pounded (to retain its nutrients) into powdered form. It should be stored in the air tight container. It should not be kept in refrigerators and should be kept away from any dust and contamination. The powder can be combined with other ingredients and can be used as an exfoliator, face masque or face cleanser.

As per the ancient science of Ayurveda, Orange peel is tikta (bitter) and has laghu (light) and ruksha(dry) properties. These properties make it a good pacifier for Kapha and Pita imbalances. It is useful in the health conditions originated from imbalance of these two doshas.

The dry and astringent properties make it a wonderful choice for skin issues like acne and oily skin. It contains citric acid that helps in the brightening of skin naturally and give you a natural glow. It has various skin enhancing nutrients including vitamin C, calcium, potassium and magnesium.

How to include orange peel in your skincare routine?

For Acne, the fruit can directly be squeezed onto the affected area or the peel powder can be mixed with Rose water or Milk and applied on the acne. It can also be mixed with Neem leaves powder and lime juice and can be applied on the face for 10-15 minutes. This should then be rinsed off with cool water.

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For Oily Skin, which is more prone to blackheads and sebum formation Orange peel can be used as an face scrub which helps to remove all the dead cells and balances oil secretion.For exfoliation, it can be mixed with yogurt and applied over the face and be rubbed in upward and circular motions for 2-3 minutes and then it can be rinsed well with warm, then cold water.

For Pigmentation, it can be used as a facial mask. Powdered orange peel can be mixed with oatmeal powder and ½ tsp of turmeric and orange juice and applied all over the face. Orange peel is one of the active ingredients of our Narangi and Nagkesar Ubtan which gives remarkable results for pigmentation and post acne marks. It is recommended not to leave the orange peel juice overnight as it could lead to itchiness and in worse cases, severe burns on the skin .

For Tanned Skin, orange peel powder can be mixed with few drops of lime, sandal wood powder, ½ tsp of Multani Mitti and Aloe Vera Juice to make a paste. This can be used as a great summer skincare product for tan removal treatment and brighten the skin.

So, go ahead and add Orange peel in your skin care products.

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Forest Essentials Luxurious Ayurveda

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Reviewed By:

Arjun Singh Senior Ayurveda Expert

Arjun is a marketing professional turned Ayurveda Expert. After the completion of his post-graduation in 2008, he started his journey in the beauty industry. He has since worked with several global luxury beauty brands including DIOR & Estee Lauder. With now more than 12 years of experience, he is driven by the idea of making Skin Care, ‘simple’ and ‘accessible’ for all and help clients transform their lifestyle and skin with solutions rooted in his extensive understanding of Ayurveda. A Senior Ayurveda Expert at Forest Essentials, he carefully curates Ayurvedic remedies and is continuously working towards bridging the gap between time-honoured skin care solutions and the modern consumer of the fast-paced world.

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The content provided in this blog is for informational and educational purposes only. It is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment.