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The African Star Apple is a fruit native to West Africa and is particularly prolific in Nigeria, Republic of Benin, Togo, and Ghana.
The African Star Apple is a bright orange fruit that has got 4 to 6 seeds within it. The seeds lie side-by-side within the fruit, such that when the fruit is cut on a cross-section, the seeds are arranged in a star formation, hence the name of the fruit. The African Star Apple tree and fruit secretes a whitish sap which gives the flesh of the fruit a chewing gum-like texture. The African star apple is a rich source of calcium, it also contains vitamins A and C and it’s quite rich in iron.
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Sage
Sage belongs to the mint family, alongside other herbs like oregano, rosemary, basil and thyme. Sage has a strong aroma and earthy flavor, which is why it’s typically used in small amounts. Sage is also used as a natural cleaning agent.
Benefits
Sage improves skin‘s appearance, it stimulates cell renewal and increases blood circulation. It is rich in calcium and vitamin A which are needed for daily cell regeneration. This renewal process helps minimize and delay the onset of facial wrinkles.
It assists oily or dry skin by helping to regulate sebum production, which makes it effective in treating conditions such as dandruff or acne. Sage relieves and improves annoying skin conditions such as athlete’s foot and chapped skin, symptoms of eczema and psoriasis.
Flaxseed
Flax, also known as common flax or linseed, is a flowering plant, Linum usitatissimum, in the family Linaceae. Flaxseeds are the golden yellow to reddish brown seeds of flax. These seeds contain phytoestrogens, which are similar to the hormoneestrogen. The seeds also contain soluble fiber and oil. Flaxseed oil contains the essential omega-3 fatty acid alpha-linolenic acid (ALA).
Benefits
Flaxseed helps to tighten and lift the skin, it cleanses and purifies the skin, it shrinks large pores, it exfoliates the skin; it also reduces oily skin, prevents and treats acne. It has anti-aging properties which helps to slow fine lines and wrinkles.
Flaxseed helps to strengthen and promote hair growth. It prevents hair loss, keeps your hair conditioned making it smooth and manageable.
Flaxseeds help to soothe itchy or sensitive scalp.
Sesame Seeds
Sesame seeds are tiny, oil-rich seeds that grow in pods on the Sesamum indicum plant. Unhulled seeds have the outer, edible husk intact, while hulled seeds come without the husk. The hull gives the seeds a golden-brown hue. Hulled seeds have an off-white color but turn brown when roasted. Sesame seeds have many potential health benefits to the skin.
Benefits
Sesame seeds help in healing the skin and making it glow. It helps the skin remain warm and moist. They are rich in anti-inflammatory properties that are vital in healing redness and other facial skin issues by getting rid of pathogens and other agents causing skin infections.
Sesame seeds trigger hair growth by nourishing the roots with their rich omega fatty acids content. They also help in moisturising the scalp and improve blood circulation to rejuvenate hair follicles.
Basil Seeds
They’re similar in size to chia seeds, and also become gelatinous when wet-though they still retain their crunchy interior.
Benefits
Basil seeds work well as an anti-inflammatory agent that helps to provide healing from pains, aches, and swelling.
Basil seeds are packed with antioxidants and flavonoids that help in improving the health of the skin and stimulate the growth of new cells. It helps in treating several skin infections like eczema and psoriasis.
The antioxidants in basil seeds help stimulate the production of hair and prevent premature hair loss. They also help in preventing inflammation and oxidative stress on the scalp, which can often lead to hair loss.
Safflower
Safflower, Carthamus tinctorius, is a highly branched, herbaceous, thistle-like annual plant. Safflower contains both omega-6 and omega-3 essential fatty acids, which are crucial to overall skin function and a healthy skin appearance. It also contains components like vitamin E, powerful antioxidants to combat free radicals, and significant moisturizing capabilities. Safflower is a smart choice in cosmetic product formulations.
Benefits
Safflower helps to maintain the softness, suppleness, and radiance of skin and hair. It stimulates the growth of thicker, longer and stronger hair. Safflower helps to reduce the appearance of aging, such as premature wrinkles and fine lines. It eliminates dandruff and supports hair growth.
Lemon Grass Powder
Lemongrass is a grassy plant that has a bright, lemon scent and mild citrus flavor.
Benefits
Lemon grass has an anti-bacterial and anti-fungal property which makes a good skin toner that helps to clean your pores. The antibacterial properties of lemongrass also help to eliminate odor-causing bacteria – it replaces bad smells with a clean, fresh, lemony scent.
Lemon grass has anti-inflammatory properties which help to bring down inflammation, calm and soothe irritated skin.
Lemongrass as a natural astringent, can firm, cleanse and refine dull skin. Lemongrass treats scalp while it keeps your hair clean and fresh, helps to prevent hair loss, adds volume to your hair and shine to dry and damaged hair.
Beetroot Powder
Beetroot is a vibrant and beautiful-looking veggie that is known for its distinctive taste and nutritional value. It contains folate, potassium, vitamin C, fiber, and antioxidants. Its antibacterial properties help fight against bacteria. Other than this, it helps replenish the dead skin cells, fights against free radicals in the body, exfoliate the dead cells, and helps in getting rid of pigmentation. It also helps in getting rid of dark circles.
Mango Powder
Mango is a member of the cashew family and is reputed to be extremely high in Vitamin A, C, and Beta Carotine. It is often used in formulations to help prevent the appearance of fine lines and the drying of the skin. By preventing the deterioration of the skin, it helps to maintain the elasticity of the skin.
Benefits
Similar to the pulp of a mango, the antioxidant properties in mango extract help to hydrate the skin and improve skin tone. Mango extract comes from the skin of the mango. The extract is in powder form which you can add to other ingredients to use as a natural skincare product.
Mangoes help to prevent acne breakouts, the alpha hydroxy acids in mangoes are excellent at exfoliating dead skin cells, helping you remove dull skin, it rejuvenates your skin, adds brilliant shine, and serves as a natural moisturizer for dry skin. Mango helps to reduce dark spots. Mango also helps to give your skin a glowing look.
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