Black pepper contains big amounts of vitamins and minerals that our body needs every day. For example, contains beta-carotene (known as vitamin A), that it is necessary to maintain an adequate ocular health. Also, contains vitamin K, needed for the circulation of the blood and keeping good metabolic functions and for healthy bones and muscles. Black pepper is the main ingredient in the following recipe facial masks that I propose to you!
Besides the above benefits, black pepper contains potassium, selenium and calcium. Potassium regulates blood pressure, selenium is a key to the formation of bones, nails, hair and teeth and is necessary for the proper functioning of the brain. Calcium is also known that helps in developing of healthy bones and it’s particularly good in the fight against rheumatism.
You can use black or pepper black pepper oil, to solve a lot of skin problems. The following three recipes for facial masks with black pepper and black pepper essential oil are very effective for the shine and hydration of the skin, by helping to exfoliate the skin and removing blemishes and scars from the face.
Scrub with black pepper and yogurt
You will need:
- 1 tablespoon of black pepper
- 2 tablespoons of yogurt
Mix the ingredients until you obtain a paste. Wash your face with hot water to open the pores. Apply the scrub in your face using circular moves, and leave it to act several minutes. Finally, wash your face with cold water. This scrub will help you to get rid of spots and scars.
Mask with black pepper and honey against acne
You will need:
- 1 tablespoon of honey
- 1/2 teaspoon of black pepper
- 1 egg yolk
Using this mask you will clean your face of acne and pimples. Mix all the ingredients. Apply the mask on your face and leave it to act 30 minutes. Wash your face with warm water
Anti Cellulite mask with black pepper
You will need:
- 3 drops of black pepper essential oil
- 100 ml of body lotion
Add black pepper essential oil in your favourite body lotion and apply it on the affected areas. This will have amazing effects against cellulite.
