Benefits Of Watermelon For Hair & Skin
The Origins Of The Watermelon Originating from southern Africa, this vine-like flowering plant produces vivid yellow and white flowers atop its hairy leaves, and creates the distinctive smooth, oval fruit known right across the world. The fruit that we know as watermelon is mostly commonly red on the inside however can be found with orange, yellow or even white flesh. Watermelons are available all year round and require temperatures of 25 degrees Celsius or above in order to grow, but are at their best during the summer months. Culturally, watermelon seeds are consumed during the Vietnamese New Year’s holiday and eaten with other seeds at Chinese New Year celebrations, but are generally growing in popularity across the world. A relative of plants such as the squash, pumpkin and cantaloupe that also grow on vines, the watermelon constitutes only 6% sugar but a hydrating 92% water – ideal for rehydrating during the hot summer months. Watermelon extract can often be found in beau...