What is your first thought when you think of a Banana peel? Nothing except for a trash right? Well, you are not alone to think so. Most of the people throw them away thinking it as a complete waste. And today with this blog, you’ll be amazed to know how these peels can change your life!

Banana peels are rich in nutrients and vitamins. The contents such as magnesium, potassium, vitamin B12, B6, A, C, E, lutein and antioxidant properties etc. make it perfect for many skin issues, headaches, bug bites and much more. Let’s get into the article for exploring the miraculous benefits of Banana Peels.

1. Banana peels are best friend to your teeth

Rich in potassium and magnesium, banana peels are very effective in fading away the stains in your teeth resulting in white and bright teeth. This natural product which we consider as a waste could in fact be your saviour from hundreds of dollars which you could otherwise spend in whitening your teeth.

Direction:

• Brush your teeth like always and rinse it well
• Then take the banana peel, rub from the inside part to your teeth for about 2 minutes and rinse your teeth again
• Repeat daily to see the whitening magic.

Also, have a look at 10 home remedies for whitening teeth naturally.

2. Say bye to acne with banana peels

Banana peels are very helpful to treat  acne related issues on your skin. Due to its high content of antioxidant, lutein, potassium, magnesium and vitamins such as A, C and E, it provides enough nutrients to the skin that reduces acne breakouts and inflammation.

Direction:

• Peel the banana, cut the peel into small pieces and rub from inside part in circular motion to acne affected areas (you can even use it in the whole face)
• Leave it for about 10-15 minutes then rinse off
• Repeat daily for at least a week to see a visible result.

Also, discover 10 home remedies to get rid of pimples instantly.

3. Banana peels to reduce fine lines and wrinkles

Along with treating acne related issues, banana peels work as wonder to treat fine lines and wrinkle on your face. Fine lines and wrinkles are the result of lose in elasticity and firmness in the skin. And rich in antioxidants and vitamins, banana peels simply restores them for beautiful, flawless and revitalized skin.

Direction:

• Peel the banana, cut the peel into small pieces and rub from inside part in circular motion on your face
• Leave it for about 10-15 minutes
• Then rinse off and pat dry (moisturize if required)
• Repeat daily for at least a week to see a visible result.

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4. Say hello to beautiful flawless skin with banana peels

Beside treating acne and wrinkles, banana peels are also good for lightening dark spots. The antioxidants and potassium content makes the peel very effective in vanishing the scars.

Direction:

• Peel the banana, cut the peel into small pieces and rub from inside part in circular motion on your face
• Leave it for about 10-15 minutes
• Then wipe off  using moisten washcloth
• Repeat daily for visible result.

Also, have a look at 10 awesome tips to lighten dark spots naturally.

5. Banana peels help take off warts

Among the several skin benefits, this is one another benefit that banana peel gives for free. It not only helps to remove those unnecessary warts but also helps to prevent getting one in future.

Direction:

• Peel the banana and cut the peel into small piece that could cover the wart
• Cover the wart area with the banana peel (remember to place the inner part of the peel against the wart)
• Use a medical tape to stick the peel onto the wart
• Leave it overnight and remove in the morning
• Repeat the process every night till the wart vanishes.

6. Soothes itchy skin

Whether you are having itchy skin due to bug bite, mosquitos or poison ivy, all you need is a banana. First off, eat the banana then use the banana peel on the affected areas to relieve itchy skin instantly. It’s a great home remedy for itchy skin.

Direction:

• Rub the inner part of banana peel to the affected areas.
• Leave it for about 10-15 minutes.
• Then rinse off and get a relief from scratching yourself.

7. Good for migraines and headaches

Using banana peels is one of the natural remedies to cure migraines or headaches instantly. The potassium content in the peel helps to relieve from the pain. So, never leave your home empty for banana.

Direction:

• Keep the banana peel in the freezer for about an hour.
• Place a line of peel on your forehead and another to the back of your neck.
• Leave it on till it becomes warm.
• Repeat the process if headache still continues.

8. Removes splinters easily

You do not have to struggle anymore for removing splinters. A simple banana peel can easily do it for you. The enzymes in the peels help to shift the splinters.

Direction:

• Peel the banana and cut the peel into small piece that could cover the splinter
• Cover the splinter area with the banana peel (remember to place the inner part of the peel against the splinter)
• Use a medical tape to stick the peel onto the splinter
• Leave it on for 10-15 minutes then the splinter will be shifted.

9. Banana peels to treat puffy eyes and dark circles

Get rid of those tiring, puffy, dark circled eyes and enjoy the instant glow on your face with the simple use of banana peels.

Direction:

• Scrape out the white fibers from the internal part of banana peel with the help of a spoon
• Keep it in a bowl along with some fresh aloe gel
• Mix the both ingredient well and apply it under your eyes
• Leave it for 15 minutes then rinse off
• Repeat daily for best result.

While the potassium content of banana peels help to reduce under eye bags, puffiness, the aloe vera gel soothes and moisturizes the skin underneath your eyes.

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10. Gives shine to your shoes, leather and silver

When your shoes, leather cloth or silver jewelries tend to lose its luster, simply rub banana peels. The potassium content of the peels are quite helpful in cleaning metal object and leathers to restore the lost sheen.  

You can even try it on plant’s leaves to remove the dust and add shine.

Direction:

• Take the banana peels and rub it across your shoes, silver items or leather jackets.
• This will instantly add shine to your goods.

After knowing these facts, don’t you think banana peels are magic that have been overlooked? Though you have been trashing them out but now, think twice before you do that again. And also, one important thing to remember is that you should use the banana peel fresh and should not store it for later use. Use it right after you finish eating it up.

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