Banana peels: The secret skincare hack you'll love

When you learn about the benefits banana peels can offer your skin, you may think twice before tossing them in the trash. Not only can they contribute to a radiant complexion, but they also represent an eco-friendly and budget-friendly skincare option.

Bananas are rich in vitamins A, B6, C, E, and K. Did you know you can use them as a skincare treatment? One TikTok user proposed an unconventional use for banana peels. Instead of discarding or composting them, she used the peels as a facial mask.

An avid plant lover and healthy lifestyle advocate, Jen Jones shared her daily skincare ritual on TikTok. Since then, her followers have started to see banana peels in a new light.

Jen turned the peel to the inside and gently rubbed it onto her facial skin, avoiding the eyes and mouth areas. She left a thin layer on her skin for about 30 minutes, then rinsed it with warm water. The result? Moisturized and radiant skin, comparable to the effects of a luxurious moisturizing cream.

In facial care, a banana mask and banana peels are excellent solutions for people with dry skin. Bananas contain vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants with antibacterial and anti-inflammatory properties. They can also effectively fight acne and help reduce pigmentation and skin imperfections. This brilliant method costs pennies and fits into the ecological "zero waste" philosophy.