Other than dairy milk and soy milk, almond milk is an alternative with lots of benefits. A healthy body and glowing, beautiful skin can be achieved by drinking almond milk regularly.
Here are the beauty benefits of almond milk:
Promotes Healthy Strong Nails
Rich in vitamin E, almonds are something you can eat to gain healthy, strong and long nails! Alternatively, you can try drinking almond milk as opposed to consuming the almonds on their own. It is said to have a nutty flavor that is pretty addicting mixed with smoothies and milkshakes.
May Help Treat Acne
Although it is moisturizing, almond milk can even reduce acne on some people’s skin. Monounsaturated fatty acids contained in almond milk are much less harmful than the fats that are contained in cow milk. These are said to be much healthier fat, that prevents the chances of disease such as heart disease. Inflammation is something that is significantly lowered, which is why people with acne in their skin will also likely see improvement in their skin by drinking almond milk.
Slows Down Skin Turnover Rate
Skin cell turnover rate can also be decreased by drinking almond milk on a daily basis. Some of the ingredients like flavonoids, catechin and epicatechin is known to prevent skin cells from getting oxidized. The higher the turnover rate, then skin is much more likely to be covered with dead skin cells. This would result in duller skin. Which is why regular drinking of almond milk will result in brighter skin.
Soft, Healthy and Luscious Hair
Taking in almond milk not only benefits body health, but it can also benefit your hair condition. Vitamin E contained in it nourishes the hair follicles and encourages thicker, longer and softer hair. Its antioxidant properties also fights free radical damage, resulting in reduced hair loss. Watch as your hair becomes shinier and luscious as you began drinking almond milk regularly.
Vitamin E nutrient from this drink can positively affect the age of the body. It could give nutrition to the body, aside from fighting free radicals that are in the body. The oils in the milk are also said to be triggering the production of collagen, which makes the skin softer. Combined with slower skin regeneration, it is highly likely that skin will stay younger and can reduce the amount of wrinkles you have.
Almond Milk Beauty Recipes:
Hair Conditioner: Add ¼ cup unsweetened almond milk, 1 ripe banana (chopped), 2 tsp raw honey and 7 drops lavender essential oil into blender until smooth and lump-free. Remove lumps using a plastic strainer. Apply it all over your hair and leave it on for 30 minutes. Rinse off thoroughly with tepid water and enjoy the feel of your silky hair!
Sunburn: In the case of sunburn, it could be treated by swiping cotton-soaked almond milk to your skin after taking a shower. This would also be a good precaution to protect your skin against the damages for the sun before it occurs.
Soothes Sensitive Skin: For skin that’s sensitive and easily irritated, adding almond milk to your bath is very soothing and healing. Pour 2 cups of unsweetened almond milk to your warm bath and soak for 15 minutes. Almond milk can also be applied to relieve pain on areas such as skin rashes.
Anti-Aging & Brightening: Soft and supple skin can be achieved with an almond milk spritz. Keep a 4 oz spray bottle filled with unsweetened unflavored almond oil, then spritz some on your face, wiping off the excess with a paper towel. Let the solution soak for a while on your skin and rinse off whenever you’re going to wash your face. Done overnight, the almond will stay on longer, delivering maximum benefits to the skin.
Hair Growth Smoothie: Mix in 1 cup of baby spinach, 1 chopped ripe banana, 1 tbsp chia seeds, ½ cup unsweetened almond milk, ½ cup frozen mixed berries and ice cubes into a blender. To sweeten, add 2 tsp of raw honey to sweeten. Blend until the mixture is smooth.
Boosting Hair Health: One of the remedies for improving hair health is to wash your hair with almond oil twice or three times a week.
Rejuvenating Facial Mask: Add 2 tsp colloidal oatmeal or oat powder, 2 tsp almond milk and 2 drops of rose essential oil into a small bowl. Mix well into a smooth paste. Apply it onto your face, avoiding the eyes. After 15 minutes, gently remove the dried mask using warm water then splash your face with cold water. Tone using rose water and moisturize with a pea-sized amount of shea butter!
Nourishing Face Wash: You can use almond milk to cleanse your skin! The vitamin E content in it deeply nourishes skin cells and keeps them supple. To wash your face with almond milk, pour some into a bowl, then soak a cotton ball and wipe it all over your face gently. Rinse off with cold water.
Dry Skin Toner: Apply almond milk using a cotton ball, let it dry up then apply moisturize on top for healthy moisturized skin.
Almond Milk Toner Mask: For soft and bright skin, you can also apply an almond milk toner mask. Soak some cotton pads into almond milk, which you can then squeeze the excess solution. Place the cotton masks on your skin for approximately 5-10 minutes until the milk is soaked into the skin. If this is done regularly, skin will be moisturized.
