Maintaining the health of our skin is very crucial especially as we grow older. Our skin slowly begins to age and gets dull and loses is radiant glow. It tends to sag and can develop fine lines and wrinkles. Therefore, preventing these kinds of skin problems is very essential.
But there are some who have already succumbed to these problems and need a solution to it.
Well, this simple homemade DIY drink can be the perfect solution for you to not just prevent, but also solve your skin problems and refresh your skin like never before! Check it out below.
What does this drink contain and how does it benefit the skin?
Pomegranate:
Pomegranate juice has antimicrobial properties that can help prevent and also treat acne and reduce and prevent future skin breakouts. It can help soothe skin irritation and prevent skin scars.
It helps keep the skin fresh and rejuvenated by also balancing out the skin’s oil levels. The seeds or arils in pomegranate have the ability to help brighten the tone of the skin and can also promote skin nourishment right from within. It can also help lighten skin blemishes and scarring.
Beetroot:
Beetroot juice works well as a detoxifying agent for the body as it can help flush out the harmful toxins and give the skin a radiant glow from within. It can also help in reducing acne, wrinkles, scars and dark spots.
It is rich in vitamin C which can help reduce excessive skin oiliness and can also reduce the formation of acne and breakouts. It is rich in antioxidants and can help keep the skin healthy and clear.
Ginger:
Ginger can provide an antioxidant effect to the body and can protect the skin against aging as it improves the appearance of the skin by removing the harmful toxins and stimulates blood circulation, which can help deliver the essential nutrients to the skin.
Ginger also contains antioxidants that can help reduce scars and can also protect the skin from harmful UV rays.
How to make this healthy skin juice at home?
Ingredients:
Pomegranate – 1
Beetroot – 1/4
Ginger – 1/2 inch
Water – 1 cup
Method:
Step 1: Wash the pomegranate, beetroot and ginger under running water to get rid of dirt and other impurities. You can also soak them in water for around half an hour before using them for the juice.
Step 2: Then, peel the pomegranate and remove the seeds (or arils) and set this aside in a bowl.
Step 3: Scrape off the skin of the beetroot and then, cut the beetroot into cubes and set aside.
Step 4: Scrape off the skin of the ginger root and cut into slices and set aside.
To make the juice: Into a blender, add in the pomegranate seeds, beetroot and ginger, along with the water and blend into a fine and smooth liquid without any lumps.
Pour it into a glass and it is ready to serve. You can also refrigerate this drink for a while and consume it cold if you wish to.