Potato is the root of a plant and is used as a vegetable all over the world. This rich source of carbohydrates is a popular ingredient in snacks and other food items. The taste of this vegetable is mostly liked by a majority of the people and thus it is majorly used in regular meals prepared at homes.

One important use of potato is to get beautiful skin effortlessly at home. Yes! It is a vegetable that can be used in its raw as well as the cooked state on the face to get glowing skin. Very few people are aware of the fact that it is one of the best natural remedies for skin issues like pimples, dark skin, blemishes, dark circles, etc.

Here I shall inform you about some ways in which potato can be used on a regular basis for flawless skin.

1. Potato Juice

i. Potato juice, when mixed with some other ingredients, is likely to show positive effects on the skin. Mix potato juice and lemon juice together. Add a tint of honey to it. Blend the mixture properly. Apply it on the face and leave for around 5-10 minutes. Wash with lukewarm water after 10 minutes and get a bright face.

ii. A combination of potato juice and curd is capable of nourishing the skin deeply. The vitamin content of potato and nurturing quality of curd makes the skin bright and nourished. Take some curd and add potato juice in it. Blend the ingredients properly and apply on the face. Wash the face after 15-20 minutes. It is best suited for people with dull and dry skin.

iii. Wrinkles and blemishes- This juice is beneficial for the skin with blemishes and wrinkles. It is an easy and effective remedy that can help you get rid of wrinkles. Just apply potato juice all over your face and let it stay for 15 minutes. Wash off with lukewarm water and moisturise.

2. Potato face Packs

i. Milk and potato face pack– This face pack is good for clearing dark spots and nourishing the skin. To make this pack at home you need one boiled potato and milk. Mash the boiled potato without skin and add milk to it. Apply this paste to your face and let it stay for 15-20 minutes. Wash with lukewarm water and nourish with a moisturiser.

ii. Turmeric and potato face pack– Use this natural face pack for an even skin tone and better complexion. Grate a potato and mix a pinch of turmeric to the grated potato. Apply this mixture on the face and neck. Leave it for 10-15 minutes and then wash with water.

3. Potato slices

i. Potato slices for dark circles– Dark circles under the eyes do not look good on the face and give a dull appearance. To get rid of such dark circles take some potato slices and keep them on the eyelids while closing the eyes. Place them on the eyes for around 15-20 minutes and relax. Doing this regularly can help your body and eyes relax which ultimately helps in reducing dark circles.

ii. Potato slices for sunburns– Sunburns can be really painful and ugly to bear. Placing potato slices on the sunburnt skin can give you great relief.

Do try these remedies at home. These are really effective and very less time taking remedies for attaining beautiful flawless skin with potato. Keep Smiling Keep Glowing!