Yogurt can be found in practically any supermarket and is popular largely due to its high nutrition content. While the nutrients may be beneficial when ingested, you can benefit from topical application of yogurt as well. According to "The Cosmetic Surgery Directory," it is most beneficial to choose a plain yogurt over a sugary flavored one when choosing a yogurt to apply to the skin.
Facial Care
According to an article on dry skin in "Disabled World," yogurt can be used as an effective face mask. Start by slathering yogurt on your face once every morning. Once you have covered your face, rinse the yogurt off with cool water.
Lactic acid in the yogurt will soften and tighten the skin. Yogurt also contains zinc, which can help remove blemishes. Finally, an article from Natural-HomeRemedies.org reports that yogurt contains antibacterial and antifungal properties to cleanse the face and prevent skin infections.
Acne Care
Yogurt can be used for acne treatment due to its inherent zinc content. Acne is often caused by a deficiency in zinc. Applying a cream that is laden with zinc can help clear blemishes and shrink pores.
Pimples may also be prevented by mixing yogurt with brewer's yeast and applying to the skin. Dailyglow recommends massaging yogurt into blemishes and potential blemishes once a day, followed by a rinse with cool water.
Hand Care
According to dailyglow, yogurt can soften the hands. Combine the juice of one lemon and half a cup of yogurt and chill it in the fridge. After a few hours, massage the lemon juice and yogurt onto your hands and nails. Finish by rinsing and patting dry.
The lactic acid will soften and tighten the skin. Lemon juice is a natural exfoliant and anti-infective due to its high amount of citric acid. If used daily, this combination of lemon juice and yogurt will also moisturize your hands and prevent hardening and cracking of the skin.
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