Natural Beauty Fixes from the Pretty Girls’ Pantry

Natural Beauty with Tomatoes

Published on 2010-01-22 08:17:00

Studies have shown that tomato consumption has been associated with decreased risk of various cancers including breast cancer, and a warrior against heart disease and neurodegenerative diseases. Tomatoes contain lycopene which is known as one of the most powerful natural antioxidants, and which has been shown to improve the skin's ability to protect against the harmful effects of UV rays. The natural acids in tomatoes helps balance the skin and get rid of excess oil. Their vitamin content al

Natural Beauty with Lemons

Published on 2010-01-19 07:42:00

Lemons are high in Vitamin C. As we learned last week, Vitamin C is vital in the defense against free radicals. Because of the Vitamin C content and because of their natural fruit acids, lemons can be used to help refresh and rejuvenate your skin. The fruit acids found in lemons can help to eradicate dead cells from the skin. It is for this reason that lemons can be used to help “lighten” darker patches of skin. It’s important to remember that we all have differing levels of skin sensi

Natural Beauty with Strawberries

Published on 2010-01-11 11:12:00

Strawberries contain a range of nutrients, including vitamin C. They also contain phytonutrients and antioxidants, which fight free radicals. In terms of skin care this is excellent news because free radicals may lead to cell damage which can result in premature aging. Strawberries have a purifying effect which makes the fruit versatile in its use. This week, we’ll discuss various methods of using strawberries and other all natural ingredients to enhance our beauty. If you have acne or oi