If there’s such a thing as ‘food for your skin’, superfoods are it. They are nutritionally-rich foods that feed your skin a mix of antioxidants and essential nutrients. Dolly Kumar, Cosmetic Engineer, Founder & Director at Cosmic Nutracos Solutions Pvt. Ltd, the parent company to skin care brand Skinella, explains how superfoods are beneficial for your skin and the two of the most effective superfoods- Honey and Oatmeal! Easily- available ingredients that are found in almost every household.
For the most part, we have taken skincare products at face value. Look at it this way: We wake up, hop in the shower, wash our hair, lather on a soap, wash up and hop out. Then it’s the moisturizer and lotion routine followed by makeup. For a lot of people, it’s their default setting. However, with all the products involved in your daily routine, have you thought about how many ingredients are in each product? And whether those ingredients are good for you?
Most of the beauty products contain multiple harmful chemicals that are used as preservatives. You can find them in your moisturisers, shampoos, body wash, face scrubs, etc. And some of these commonly used chemicals (which we are blissfully unaware of) expose us to serious health issues.
Which is why it’s necessary to opt for products with natural ingredients that do only good and no harm. Only a few brands have been acknowledging this sentiment with their products that are aimed at giving you top-notch skincare that is safe too.
What are these natural ingredients?
In the world of skincare, there is no single ingredient that can take the centre stage. However, some contain unique qualities which can be used to target more specific needs.
Just like we require a variety of nutritious food to keep us healthy, our skin needs a variety of ingredients to look its best. This is where superfoods come in. In fact, they contain some secrets that can give your skin a healthy, radiant glow.
So, if there’s such a thing as ‘food for your skin’, superfoods are it. They are nutritionally-rich foods that feed your skin a mix of antioxidants and essential nutrients. In short, all that is vital in replenishing, enriching, and strengthening your skin. Whether you’re looking for clear skin, glowing skin or just skin that looks its best, using products that contain superfoods can help a great deal.
Hearing the term ‘superfood’ probably brings to mind images of mysterious fruits or plants found in an unexplored land, which leaves us wondering what these foods look like. However, two of the most effective superfoods are Honey and Oatmeal! Easily- available ingredients that are found in almost every household.
Honey has been used by mankind for thousands of years, dating back to ancient Egypt where it was first used in skincare. Since honey is a natural elixir that contains enzymes, plant matter, and good live bacteria, it’s nature’s own magic potion for our skin. The process that creates honey makes it extremely valuable for cosmetic uses, such as clearing acne, moisturising skin, hydrating, healing scars, and various other things. The antibacterial and antiseptic properties present in honey also help in getting rid of dirt and bacteria present on our skin and help boost collagen production — a key to anti-ageing.
Oatmeal (oats) on the other hand, can soak up excess oil on our skin. Its antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties make it non-irritating and hypoallergenic. These properties make the oatmeal ideal in treating dry skin and removing dead skin cells. Oatmeal also contains compounds called saponins, which are natural cleansers. They help remove dirt and oil that clog the pores and make for a highly effective exfoliant for our skin.
Innovation in the skincare industry has combined the goodness of both superfoods and brought you the Honey Oats Scrub, to give our skin a healthy meal. As oats gently unclog pores and remove dirt, the honey works to deeply moisturize and hydrate the skin. It is creamy and luxurious, with soft beads and real oats that gently remove dead skin cells making it a must-have in your daily routine. An effective and easy skincare solution with the best of both worlds.
Disclaimer: The article is authored by Ms. Dolly Kumar, Cosmetic Engineer and Founder & Director at Cosmic Nutracos Solutions Pvt. Ltd. the parent company to skin care brand Skinella.
