Putting Your Best Face Forward with Citrus
Fresh Florida citrus packs a one-two punch in skincare, working to boost your glow from inside and out. There’s no better way to start a skincare routine than with something that’s all natural. There is really no reason to use harsh chemicals on your face when Florida Citrus has powerful vitamins and minerals- like vitamin C and salicylic acid- that are ideal for creating healthy, smooth, nourished skin with that perfect glow. Citrus has many different uses that can even aid to replenish your skin cells. Here are several reasons why citrus skincare is becoming so popular.
As Part of a Healthy Diet:
Vitamin C: The Vitamin C found in abundance in citrus fruit like oranges and grapefruit has been shown to decrease the damage from UV light on skin. They’re also great for boosting skin’s production of collagen (which means smoother, firmer skin!).
Potassium: If your skin is looking dull or feeling dry, you might need a boost of the potassium found in fresh citrus. This compound helps your cells to drink up, moisturizing your skin from the inside out.
Antioxidants: Compounds like lycopene (found in pink grapefruit varieties) and spermidine help to fight cell aging by targeting harmful free radicals and boosting cell regeneration.
As Part of Your Skincare Spa Day:
Incorporating fresh Florida citrus into your diet is the first step to the healthy, glowing skin we all dream of, but did you know citrus has a place in your spa day as well?
Vitamin C: Applying Vitamin C to your skin boosts your sunscreen’s effectiveness, helps repair dark spots, and can reduce redness and damage from days when you’ve spent too much time in Florida’s sunshine. By speeding up cellular recovery, Vitamin C can also help to heal small scars.
Retinol: Some citrus contains retinol, the active ingredient in the most powerful anti-aging creams on the market today. Try combining fresh squeezed juice with unflavored yogurt and soothing oatmeal. This mellows out the citrus’ acidity and brings a boost of moisture for your skin. Apply for 15 minutes whenever your skin needs a pick-me-up.
Check out our recipe here.
Salicylic Acid: The salicylic acid found in citrus fruit can help break down dead skin cells, promoting cell turnover and new growth. Creating an exfoliating body scrub is as easy as 1 – 2 – 3:
– 1 part coconut oil
– 2 parts freshly squeezed citrus juice (we recommend grapefruit)
– 3 parts sugar
In this scrub, the coconut oil nourishes while the sugar and salicylic acid work together to slough off dead skin cells. This reveals that perfect glow of healthy, baby soft skin.
Note: this scrub is not recommended for your face, where your skin is more delicate.
However you slice it, citrus skincare is a powerhouse for healthy skin. By incorporating some sweet Florida citrus into your diet and your spa day, you’ll enjoy the freshly-picked citrus skincare benefits straight from the groves.
