Glowing, glass-like skin isn’t just a beauty trend—it’s the ultimate skincare goal. While pricey serums and fancy treatments promise to get you there, one secret ingredient might already be sitting in your fruit bowl: oranges. This citrus powerhouse can brighten, tighten, and refresh your skin from the inside out.
Adding a little orange to your routine could be the juicy glow-up your skin’s been waiting for. According to HealthShots, oranges promote glowing skin due to their high Vitamin C content, which prevents excess melanin production, causing dark spots and hyperpigmentation. Vitamin C also boosts collagen production, resulting in smoother skin texture and improved skin tone, and evenness, as the publication adds.
A study published in Food Bioscience suggests that oranges may be beneficial for acne sufferers due to their natural astringent properties. Citric acid, abundant in oranges, regulates sebum production, a key factor in acne prevention, adds the mentioned source. “The natural astringent properties of citric acid, abundant in oranges, play a vital role in regulating sebum production, a key factor in acne prevention”, as found in a study published in the journal Food Bioscience.
The above source further mentions that by controlling excess oil, citrus minimises greasy surfaces that trap dirt and bacteria within pores, preventing acne-causing bacteria from breeding. This astringent effect is said to result in a balanced oil-water ratio, making it difficult for bacteria to thrive. “This technique not only prevents acne but also helps to repair existing inflammation, resulting in a cleaner and healthier skin texture,” the publication adds.
To integrate oranges into your skincare routine, the My Glamm publication states that orange peel powder can be made from leftover fruit peels and used in skincare DIYs. It is mentioned by the publication that you mix it with honey, aloe vera gel, or milk cream for a gentle face scrub.
“There are many OTC skincare products that are formulated with orange extracts available in the market. You can try an orange-infused face cleanser and moisturiser, ubtan face packs, and orange-infused serum sheet masks for some skincare TLC.”
