Black gold for skin and hair

Which spice in your kitchen would you label the best for your skin and hair health?

Surely, it is not the black pepper or as the British call it black gold. Isn’t it? But wait a second. Black pepper it is. Black pepper is one of the most commonly used spices which is laden with essential nutrients like potassium, magnesium, iron, vitamins C & K and dietary fibers- leave alone its antibacterial, anti-oxidant, and anti-inflammatory properties. Adding a pinch of the spice to your routine diet improves your skin and hair health too.

With WTN learn how.

For skin health

Black pepper boosts blood circulation and is a great scrub when applied with yogurt, or turmeric and honey. However, if it stings, apply ice.

Treats vitiligo, scabies: Black pepper stimulates skin pigmentation production- thanks to piperine present in it. This helps in treating vitiligo, a skin condition in which white patches appear on the skin. The piperine is a better, safe and a natural option to the harsh chemicals that are used to cure and control the disease.

Prevents premature ageing: Black pepper is rich in antioxidants, which delays fine lines, dark spots and leaves you with a healthy skin.

An exfoliating agent: Black pepper scrubs removes toxins, dead skin cells, black heads and reduces scars and blemishes, leaving it supple, radiating and breathing.  Its antibacterial qualities prevent acne.

Prepare scrubs at home

Coarsely pound half a teaspoon of black pepper and a spoonful of yogurt and with light fingers scrub it on the face in circular motions. You may additionally include honey, rosewater, sandalwood powder or paste and turmeric to it.

For hair health

Helps get rid of dandruff: A spoonful of grounded black pepper mixed with a small bowl of sour curd and a spoon of lemon juice if applied regularly (at least twice a week) gives excellent result. It not only relieves you of the stubborn dandruff, but also gives you shiny hair. However, black pepper can cause burn sensation or itch the scalp if done very frequently or used in large quantities.

For bouncy, lustrous hair: Apply a tablespoon of crushed black pepper and lemon seeds on the scalp and wash with tap water after 20 minutes. This leaves your hair feeling soft, lustrous and stronger.

Well, did you know black gold is also used for aroma therapy?  The spice is just laden with good properties.

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