The Benefits of Pumpkin for Your Skin

As a precursor to jeune d'age organics releasing a Pumpkin Masque I thought I'd write a lil' somethin' about Pumpkin and how great it is for your skin. Pumpkin contains more than 100 beneficial nutrients. It’s high in anti-oxidants, in particular beta carotene, a precursor to Vitamin A and an excellent free radical fighter. It's also rich with Vitamins C and E, and several B vitamins and is high in potassium, magnesium, zinc, iron, and copper. To top it off protein provides essential fatty acids. Pumpkin is a rich source of enzymes that mimic the benefit of alpha-hydroxy acids. Alpha-hydroxy acids (AHA) increase the rate of cell renewal. If you have any sensitivities to AHAs pumpkin enzymes make a great natural alternative.

Pumpkin is an excellent ingredient for masques as it unclogs pores - removing impurities - and softens the skin. It has great exfoliating properties because of the enzymes but you can add Organic Sugar Cane to make it that much better...more on that in another article.

Putting all this together we get a product that unclogs pores, exfoliates and stimulates cell renewal.

A gentle Toner and protective lotion is important after a pumpkin treatment, actually anytime after exfoliating and cleansing.

Oh, one more thing. I always say "take care of your skin on the inside and out" so go get yourself a slice of Pumpkin Pie! :)