Appearance: Off white to pale yellow colored powder. The color may vary from batch to batch.
Banana Powder is rich in potassium and vitamin A. In formulations it has proven to be great for dry skin, and contains no known substance to aggravate or irritate the skin. Some users have used Banana Powder by itself as a rich, moisturizing facial mask.
When considering topical uses for bananas, one of the most notable ingredients is silica, a relative of silicone. Proponents claim that the silica in bananas can help increase collagen production, the natural proteins that help keep skin hydrated and smooth.
Bananas contain nutrients, some of which may help with skin health. These include:
Banana for wrinkles
As you age, it’s natural to lose collagen in the skin. Collagen losses can make skin less tight, and may increase the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles.
It’s thought that a banana face mask can help increase collagen via silica, thereby reducing the appearance of wrinkles. More studies are needed to research the connection.
Banana for glowing skin
Bananas are rich in antioxidants, which help to fight free radicals in the body. Applying antioxidants to your skin may help protect from free radical damage. You may also be left with more glowing skin. More research is needed in this regard.
Banana for acne
While bananas don’t have the same pimple-fighting ingredients as tea tree oil, benzoyl peroxide, or salicylic acid, they’re thought to help acne by reducing inflammation in the skin from vitamin A. Phenolics in bananas may also contain antimicrobials to treat acne lesions.
Banana for acne scars
Proponents claim that bananas
Banana for sun protection
While a face mask can’t replace your daily sunscreen, bananas do contain antioxidants that might boost your skin’s natural ability
Banana for dry skin
Some people claim bananas can help dry skin. This may possibly be related to their vitamin B-6 and potassium content. More research is needed.