Potatoes are one of the natural elements that help regenerate skin cells, as they contain acidic chemical compounds that act as a natural remedy for getting rid of acne. Potatoes are also rich in many nutrients, the most important of which are vitamin A, vitamin B1, vitamin B2, vitamin B6, vitamin C, beta-carotene, copper, magnesium, potassium, phosphorous, choline, and other various nutrients.
Therefore, potato slices can be used on the eyes as an effective natural remedy to get rid of dark circles. Potatoes have skin whitening properties, which help lighten the skin. In addition, potatoes can be used in hair treatments as well.
Here is a group of natural mixtures prepared from potatoes to take care of your beauty
1- For oily skin
Mix an equal amount of each potato juice with lemon juice. You can also add a little honey. Then the mixture is placed on the face and neck for 10 minutes to lighten the skin. Potatoes and lemon also help absorb excess oils in the skin.
2- For dry skin
For people with dry skin, a face mask can be prepared from boiled and mashed potatoes with the addition of 2 teaspoons of powdered milk and 1 teaspoon of sweet almond oil. Then the mixture is placed on the face for 20 minutes and then rinsed well to get soft and supple skin.
3- facial cleanser
Blend ¼ cup of peeled, sliced cucumbers and 1/8 cup of sliced fresh potatoes in a food processor for 20 seconds. Then add one egg with a cup of yogurt and a teaspoon of baking soda. Then mix the ingredients for one minute. Then put the mixture on the face and neck for 10 minutes, then rinse well with lukewarm water.
4- To maintain the vitality and youth of the skin
Mix 1 potato with 2 tablespoons of apple juice in a food processor. Then the mixture is placed on the face for 15 minutes.
5- To get rid of pimples and acne scars
Prepare a face mask from potato juice with lemon juice and a little clay until a light paste is formed. Then the mixture is placed on the face until it dries, then wash it well with lukewarm water, followed by cold water. It is also recommended to use a moisturizing cream on the skin immediately after using this mask.
6- Potato slices to soothe sore eyes
Keep a few potato slices in the fridge for 30 minutes. Then put it on your eyes to calm their inflammation.
7- To get rid of dark circles
Potato slices are also used on the eyes to treat dark circles around this area for 20 minutes, then rinse well with lukewarm water. It is very effective for lightening dark areas, as the liquid inside the potato contains a high percentage of starch, which contains an enzyme called catalase, which helps reduce dark circles under the eyes.
8- To lighten the skin
Massaging the skin of the face with a piece of fresh potato for half an hour helps lighten the skin, and also works to get rid of facial swelling. This recipe should be followed three times a week.
9- To calm skin infections and burns
Using boiled and mashed potatoes on the skin help calm skin infections and treat skin burns.
