I never knew lime could do so much not until my little research on lime started.
Lime is a favorite when it comes to citrus fruits. Whether eaten as a fruit, used in various dishes or consumed as juice, this fruit is something almost everyone enjoys.
There are several varieties of lime to choose from, with colors ranging from medium green to yellow. On ripening, limes turn yellow in color. In India ‘mosambi’ or sweet lime is a popular fruit and its juice is widely sold by roadside vendors.

All over the world, lime is widely used to make jams, pickles, sorbets, snacks, candies, cocktails and other beverages. Apart from consumption, the oil extracted from lime peel is used as an ingredient in skin and hair care products like toothpastes, beauty soaps, deodorants, hair oils, body oils, disinfectants and mouth washes.
Limes aren't just the tart fruits of the Citrus aurantifolia tree,they're also tiny powerhouses of vitamins and nutrients. The benefits of limes aren't limited to culinary delights, either. The nutritional content of limes can be put to use improving the internal and external health of your face and skin when applied topically or ingested.

As is apparent, lime offers many benefits, some of which are listed here

SKIN BENEFITS OF LIME:
Citrus fruits are known for their beneficial effects on the skin and lime is no exception. Lime juice, whether taken orally or applied topically, benefits your skin in several ways. Being rich in powerful antioxidants like Vitamin C, citric acid and flavonoids, lime provides the following benefits to your skin:

1. Treats Dark Spots:
Lime juice is considered as a natural bleaching agent due to its skin lightening properties. It can be used to lighten dark spots. All you need to do is apply it with a cotton ball to the darkened portions of your skin and leave it for 30 minutes. However, ensure to stay indoors and avoid direct exposure to sunlight as this remedy can make your skin sensitive to sunlight. Also, it is advisable to apply sunscreen before venturing out. You can also use this remedy to lighten dark underarms.

2. Treats Acne And Blemishes:
Acne, pimples, and blemishes are caused when dirt, oil and dead skin cells clog your pores. Acne and pimples are common problems for people with oily skin. The bacteria present in facial pores aggravate the inflammation, increasing redness and soreness. The antibiotic properties of lime juice inhibit the growth of the acne causing bacteria. To keep acne and pimples at bay, you can prepare a face pack of lime juice with honey. While honey possesses anti-bacterial properties that prevent the growth of bacteria, the acidic nature of lime juice will control excess oil. This face pack should be used every week as part of your skin care regimen. The scars left by pimples can be lightened by massaging some fresh lime juice on them.

3. Anti- Ageing Properties:
With the progression of age and exposure to UV rays, melanin that imparts color to your skin, can build up and get accumulated in your skin, giving rise to dark spots and other signs of aging. The peel of lime inhibits melanin production. Scrubbing your skin with lime peel or applying facial mask containing bits of lime peel can significantly reduce this hyper-pigmentation.

4. Treats Skin Tan:
Excessive sun exposure can tan your skin. Lime juice can be used to remove this tan effectively. All you need to do is prepare a face pack by mixing some gram flour (besan) with curd (dahi) and add some lime juice to this mixture. Apply this paste evenly on your skin and allow it to dry. Now wash your face with water and dry it. This face pack should be applied weekly for better results.

5. Removal Of Dead Skin and for a glowing skin:
The citric acid present in lime peels can slough off dead skin cells. They are often used in beauty treatments in spas as well as home remedies to improve the health and appearance of facial skin. 
For a glowing complexion, all you need to do is have a glass of lukewarm water with some honey and freshly squeezed lime juice early in the morning regularly. This will provide an inner glow to your skin.

6. Other Benefits:
Lime helps rejuvenate your skin and protects it from infections, thanks to its antioxidant, disinfectant and antibiotic properties. The presence of large amount of Vitamin C and flavonoids in lime juice helps reduce body odor and sweat. For this purpose, you can mix some lime juice in your bath water to get a rejuvenating bath experience. When applied externally on your skin, it helps treat bruises and rashes.


HAIR BENEFITS OF LIME:

If you thought that the benefits of lime end here, you need to take a look at its benefits for your hair. Besides being effective in skin care, lime peels and lime juice play an important role in hair care as well. The benefits of lime for hair is as follows:

1. Treats Dandruff:
Dandruff is, undoubtedly, one of the most common hair problems. It is a condition characterized by excess flaking of the scalp. Lime juice is often used as an ingredient in anti-dandruff shampoos. Citric acid present in lime juice has been found to be very effective and beneficial in dealing with dandruff issues. To get rid of dandruff problem, rub lime slice directly on the scalp. Rinsing hair with lime juice added to water also helps in removing dandruff. Lime juice can sometimes dry your scalp. In such a case, you can combine it with olive oil, coconut oil or almond oil.

2. Treats Hair:
Oily hair is caused due to the secretion of excess oil called sebum by sebaceous glands, giving your hair a sticky, oily and dull appearance. Lime juice, with its oil absorbing property, rids your scalp of all the excess oil. Rubbing a slice of lime on the scalp for few minutes before rinsing can also help in removing the excess oil from your scalp and hair. Alternatively, you can add 1-2 tablespoons of lime juice in water and rinse your hair with it to remove excess oil.

3. Promotes Hair Growth:
Lime juice is good in promoting hair growth. It has been used to treat baldness, hair thinning and hair loss problems for ages now. The main nutrient that promotes hair growth is Vitamin C, which is present in limes in large amount. Addition of lime juice to various oils and its application promotes hair growth.

4. Lime For Shiny Hair:
Shiny hair is loved and desired by all. Lime juice can impart that much desired shine to your hair. Application of lime juice along with honey and olive oil mixture before washing your hair can provide you with shiny sparkling hairs. Lime juice is also incorporated in shampoos along with other essential ingredients for providing you with silky smooth and shining hair.

5. Lightens Hair Color:
As stated earlier, lime juice possesses natural lightening properties. If you want your hair color to be lightened without the use of chemicals, lime juice is a great option. All you need to do is apply lime juice on your hair and sit in the sun for an hour or expose your hair to sunlight. Then, rinse your hair.

OTHER HEALTH BENEFITS:
-REDUCES BACTERIA.
-TIGHTENS PORES.
-REMOVES DEAD SKIN.
-PREVENT FORMATION OF KIDNEY STONES.
-LOWERS CHOLESTEROL.

Are you still there? You better hurry to the next market and get all the lime you need. Tell the world how this "Green super hero" save you.

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Err lime is not really good for young ladies.. As it can have effect on the womb..if to be taken, it should be diluted.

Yes of course. And no one said you should drink lime doe