The Benefits Of Kiwifruit For Your Health And Skin

I don’t know about you, but the only thing stopping me from hating winter completely is the fact that kiwifruit are back in season. The little brown fruits are the silver lining of this freezing cold weather and not only do they brighten my day, but I’ve also recently heard they can brighten your complexion. So naturally, I had to investigate…

Benefits of kiwifruit #1 - It’s a major source of vitamin C

When someone brings up vitamin C, you immediately think of oranges, right? Well, Zespri SunGold Kiwifruits (found in Woolworths and Coles) actually contain three times more vitamin C than oranges. And not only is vitamin C great for boosting your immune system (and helping you to make it through winter without catching the dreaded cold), but it also aids in collagen production (bye wrinkles!) and brightens skin.

Benefits of kiwifruit #2 - It’s a fantastic face mask ingredient

If you’re not a fan of the flavour, you’ll be happy to know you can also reap the benefits of kiwifruit by using it topically. Along with vitamin C, kiwifruit is rich in vitamin E and omega-3s, which help to moisturise, nourish and firm skin. Try using it in your next DIY face mask and see for yourself!

Here’s an easy one for an instant glow:

1 tbsp kiwifruit pulp (make sure it’s ripe so it’s easy to mash)

1 tbsp olive oil

1 egg yolk

Mix all ingredients together in a bowl until combined. Apply an even coat all over the face. Leave it on for 5-10 minutes before washing it off with warm water and a cloth.

Benefits of kiwifruit #3 - It fights acne

Kiwifruits contain natural AHAs and anti-inflammatory properties, both of which are great for clearing skin and preventing breakouts. The peel of kiwifruit can also be used as a natural exfoliating agent. How cool is that?

Benefits of kiwifruit #4 - It brightens eyes

Okay, so this one isn’t exactly ski-related, but what’s a glowing complexion without the sparkling eyes to go with it? Lutein is an antioxidant that protects the eyes from free radicals, and kiwifruit contains more than spinach. I know which one I’d prefer to eat!

Kiwifruit products that kick ass:

KIWI fruit beauty products

Lush Miranda Soap
Elemis Fruit Active Rejuvenating Mask
Sunescape Hydrating Shower Gel
Elizabeth Arden Visible Difference Hydration Boost Night Mask

Did you know kiwifruit was so good for your skin?

66 Member Comments

BeautifulJusty 13 Jul 2017 6:54 AM

Love kiwifruits too. Not easy to eat while on the run. Did not know the skin is a great exfoliator.

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Yohanna 28 Aug 2015 5:04 PM

I love kiwis...fruit. :D yummmmmy. <3 fruit forever

etta1966 14 Aug 2015 11:57 AM

I didn't know it. I just knew they are high in vitamin C, thus the best companion at winter time.

lov3.arashi 11 Aug 2015 10:27 PM

I prefer eating it! They are so yum!

Shop A Everyday 31 Jul 2015 11:33 PM

I like the sound of eye brightening

josella432 15 Jul 2015 10:19 PM

I wouldn't want to waste a kiwifruit in a mask - you have to eat it!

Sydneyswans910 15 Jul 2015 11:19 AM

I love golden kiwi - it's much sweeter than regular kiwi. I would love to see more kiwi skincare!

Petal 17 Jul 2015 10:27 PM

I didn't even know that there were golden kiwis! I haven't seen them in the supermarket, but then I haven't looked for them.

lynx 24 Mar 2016 8:13 AM

My kids seem to like these golden ones better that the green ones, they are a bit more special they say.

Lozifer 13 Jul 2015 11:06 AM

I love golden kiwi fruits (we call them lemonade kiwis in our house, because my husband reckons that's what they taste like!) - I would struggle to use one on my skin though, becaues they are just too yummy to waste - but I guess by eating them I get a lot of the benefits anyway :)

Bobbin01 12 Jul 2015 10:43 AM

I love eating kiwis but have never thought of them as a skincare ingredient. I have a vine growing in my backyard, so I'm lucky if I want them, I just have to pick them off when they're in season rather than paying money at the shops.

Wendy1965 12 Jul 2015 9:23 AM

Didnt realise all the benefits of the kiwi. Going to try it for my daughters acne.

Jessica712 10 Jul 2015 11:28 PM

Wow, so many great uses.

skitzkitty 10 Jul 2015 7:59 PM

I didn't know there was such a thing as golden kiwi fruit - I must find them!!

tarameoww 10 Jul 2015 7:37 PM

Gold kiwifruit is so lovely, I've been eating heaps lately so it's lovely to know that it has so much vitamin c!

Babs711 10 Jul 2015 3:38 PM

did not know you could use the outside skin as a exfoliate, also that it contains Lutein, love the taste of both green and gold kiwifruit and now i will be able to use the outside part on my upper arms as they always tend to get a bit flakey