Turns out, tomatoes are the ultimate skin super fruit! Rich in the anti-oxidant lycopene, tomatoes help shield skin from UV damage, unclog pores, prevent breakouts and aid in hyperpigmentation. To cool and replenish skin after a day in the sun, try this DIY tomato and sugar scrub to exfoliate and perk up dull skin.
What You’ll Need:
1 Medium Tomato
2 Tbsp. Granulated Sugar
1 Bowl Instructions
Instructions:
Cut the top of a tomato 3/4 inch thick from the stem. Pour the sugar in a bowl and holding the stem of the tomato, dip the raw edge of the tomato in the sugar and swirl in the sugar until the face of the tomato is fully coated. Place the sugarcoated side of the tomato to your face and gently exfoliate in circular motions. Once you’ve exfoliated your entire face, allow the scrub to sit on your skin for 5-10 minutes before rinsing with lukewarm water. Follow with your favorite moisturizer. Repeat weekly.
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