Tomatoes contain lycopene, which gives the vegetable its distinctive bright red colour, is a natural and potent antioxidant that gets rid of free radicals in the body. It also prevents skin ageing by stabilising the DNA structure in the nucleus of skin cells.
Tomatoes help in maintaining the pH balance of the skin and since it is naturally acidic, it combats the excessive oil produced by the sebaceous glands.
Tomatoes contain anti-inflammatory compounds like Vitamin C, Lycopene, Vitamin E and Beta carotene. It soothes any irritation on the skin and is also helpful in treating sunburns.
Tomatoes have 13–15 mg of vitamin C per 100 g. The vitamin C in tomatoes helps in healing wounds by supporting the growth of new skin cells.
Tomatoes are good for exfoliation in which the dead skin cells are removed. It contains enzymes which help in the exfoliation of the skin.
Tomatoes help in reducing acne and pimples on the skin because their juice is acidic and possesses antibacterial and antifungal properties.