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Since ancient times the Chinese Yam (Dioscorea opposita) has been the essence of nourishment for beauty and health. It contains natural ingredients of feminine hormone, which can help prevent skin-aging, tighten the pores and make your skin soft and smooth. What’ more, it is also rich in sugar, protein, calcium, iron and amylase. These elements may benefit skin health by improving the condition of dry skin and providing nourishments to maintain healthy and glowing skin.
According to the records in Chinese Medicine, the Chinese yam plays an important role in whitening skin color and slowing down the process of aging. Below are 4 homemade Chinese yam masks shared with you to deal with skin conditions as blackhead, acne etc.
Chinese Yam and Fermented Glutinous Rice Mask
Take 2 spoons of fermented glutinous rice. Cut yam into half. Mix the two ingredients together. Apply the mixture to the skin for 15 minutes. Rinse with clean water.
Recently, Young Acid is said to be effective in whitening skin and fading spots. This element can be found in many skin-whitening lotions of superior brands, as well as fermented glutinous rice. This mask is suited for women over 25. It helps to lighten dark skin discoloration and prevent skin-aging, leaving your skin tight, refreshed and healthy with an exceptional glow.
Chinese Yam Whitening Mask
Take 40 grams of Chinese yam and 20 grams of milk powder. Wash and peel off the yam. Mash into a pulpy. Add milk powder to make a paste. After cleansing, rub the paste on your face. Leave it on for 20 minutes and wash off. Do it 3-4 times a week.
This mask works to control melanin, repair sun damage and heal acne. It is also a recipe against ageing to prevent the early appearance of wrinkles and loose skin.
Chinese Yam and Milk Mask
Take 10 grams of milk, one egg, 5 grams of honey and 10 grams of Chinese yam powder. Add milk to yam powder and mix well. Then break an egg and get the egg white. Add the egg white and honey to the yam and milk mixture. Stir evenly and then apply the paste to your face. Make sure to avoid areas around eyes and mouth. Leave it on for 20 minutes and rinse off with clean water.
Chinese Yam and Honey Mask
Take some fresh Chinese yam and 2 spoons of honey. Peel off the skin of yam and cut into small cubes. Place them into a juice machine to press out the juice. Add honey and mix evenly. This DIY mask is beneficial in preventing skin-aging, tightening the pores and making your skin white, soft and smooth, especially for normal skin.
Homemade beauty recipes and products are simple to make, easy to come by, and cost pennies to make. Implementing these DIY Chinese yam masks will not only assist your complexion, but your budget as well. It is not only rewarding, but loads of fun as well.