The perfect food for the skin, Sour Lime is a powerhouse for antioxidants including flavonoids, which helps protect the skin from free radicals that can essentially damage the cells. Limes are rich in Vitamin C which helps repair wounds by reducing inflammation and stimulating collagen production. Thereby strengthening the anti-aging properties that are present in Lime, as it keeps the skin protected from harmful UV rays and maintaining the collagen production.

Owing to its astringent properties, it is often used to tighten pores and reduce oil production in the skin. The citric acid present in it helps curb the bacterial action and pathogens present under the skin, which in turn helps your skin to glow naturally. Lime juice is considered as a natural bleaching agent, which is often used to lighten dark spots and treat sun tan. Together, these antibacterial, astringent and anti-inflammatory properties in Limes provide a brighter, flawless complexion to the skin while it keeps acne at bay and tightens the pores. Lime is traditionally known to treat oily hair and scalp related issues. Its anti-bacterial and astringent properties help in effectively treating dandruff and oily scalp, as Lime controls excess oil and sebum production in the scalp. Vitamin C restores the hair’s lost shine for glossy, healthy hair.