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Cosmetics manufacturers have begun to master the trendy topic of superfoods. Well, what a good solution with a general love for natural ingredients and a healthy lifestyle craze. Here are some examples of beauty products based on miracle foods.
What are superfoods
The term superfood was coined by US vegans looking for a plant-based diet that could completely replace animal products.
Superfoods: exotic berries, cereals, seeds with a record content of nutrients
The findings exceeded all expectations: it turned out that in nature there are fruits, berries, cereals that are not inferior in nutritional value to pharmacy bioadditives. The good news was quickly picked up by healthy lifestyle fans and, of course, marketers.
Since most superfoods grow in remote, hard-to-reach exotic corners of the planet, they most often reach us in dried or powdered form. And they are used as supplements to the main diet.
Superfoods in cosmetics
Let’s say right away: not all trendy superfoods have managed to find their place in cosmetic formulas. But work in this direction is underway. Below is a list of ingredients that are already in action and with might and main work on the beauty of our skin.
Some superfoods are already used in cosmetics © Garnier
Seeds of chia
The main cereal crop in the Aztec and Mayan civilization is known for its uniquely high concentration of fatty acids and rich composition of minerals and vitamins. For cosmetic purposes, chia oil is used to nourish, restore and protect the skin. This rather expensive and rare component is mainly included in the composition of products by brands of organic cosmetics.
Goji berries
Barberry-like red berries grow in Asia and Central America and literally burst from vitamins C and A, amino acids and polysaccharides. For these qualities, the Chinese call goji “happy berries” or “red diamond”. While this first-class antioxidant is used in cosmetics infrequently.
Mask for colored hair Superfood “Goji Berries” Fructis, Garnier
The tool can be used in three ways: as a conditioner, as a mask and as a leave-in care. Goji berry extract protects the hair from the negative effects of the environment and the washing out of pigments.
Instant Smoothing Age Expert 45+ Facial Mask L’Oréal Paris
Goji berries protect mature skin from free radicals, while retino-peptides and a complex of proretinol A and peptides restore skin cells.
Acai berries
Another exotic berry. Found in the forests of the Amazon, named youthberry (“berry of youth”) for its incredibly high content of nutrients: antioxidants, vitamins, minerals, fiber, essential acids.
Nutricosmetic brands are mastering this ingredient, replacing more familiar berries like blueberries.
Radiance Exfoliating Sugar Facial Scrub L’Oréal Paris
In addition to three types of sugar, it contains nourishing monoi oil and acai powder to help exfoliate dead cells. The skin becomes smoother, the tone of the face is evened out.
Kinoa
The quinoa-like culture familiar to Latin Americans has earned the title of superfood thanks to its high protein content and the complete absence of gluten. Quinoa is also not deprived of minerals, fiber, B vitamins and trace elements. In cosmetics, the husk of this cereal is used.
Nightly micro-peeling, accelerating skin renewal Nightly Refining Micro-Peel Concentrate, Kiehl’s
Boosts the natural exfoliation process and restores radiance to the skin thanks in large part to natural quinoa husk extract.
Spirulina
As ancient as the world, spirulina, an inhabitant of rivers and lakes, strikes the imagination with the content of useful elements (about 200) and protein concentration – almost 70%. In the industry, spirulina is used in professional wraps and masks, and it can also be found in spa products. Well, in jars with creams and shampoos, of course.
Deep cleansing shampoo for hair that needs frequent washing, Dercos Nutrients Detox, Vichy
Spirulina algae extract promotes detoxification of quickly soiled hair, protects them from aggressive environmental influences, Vichy