Should we be getting banana facials? As someone who has trouble even looking at a banana without being a tiny bit sick in their mouth, I’d say no.
But skin experts would encourage a healthy dose of scepticism around banana facials, too.
TikTok influencers have been extolling the benefits of antioxidants and various minerals in banana peel.
It’s true that the peel contains the antioxidant lutein, which has been shown to enhance skin tone.
In studies, however, lutein was given as an oral supplement. The idea that you can transfer nutrients into your skin just by rubbing the peel on your face is, quite simply, bananas.
This article is an answer to the question (asked by Kate Stopford, via email) 'Should we be getting banana facials?'
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