While an influx of actives is taking over the beauty landscape, these entries prove that the most promising skincare ingredients are gifts from Mother Nature
Natural skincare ingredients, with a particular focus on fruit derivatives, have a number of effects on the skin. Think of the ever-popular lemon for brightening, pomegranates for anti-aging, and apricot for radiance-boost. But, as many know it, the beauty marketplace is as vast as a fresh fruit farm, and with it are gifts from Mother Nature that equally deserve a place in every skincare routine. Enter: Chebula, Watermelon, and Rambutan.
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Adept as an effective alternative to actives, these natural ingredients are lauded to significantly improve the overall appearance of the skin. Therefore, making it healthier. But keep in mind that there is a need for consistency in a routine in order to see real results. Below, MEGA takes a deep dive into these underrated natural skincare ingredients and the promising products that include them.
Chebula
Chebula is one entry that comes with a long and rich beauty history. The fruit, which is typically found in South and East Asia, is heralded as the “King of Medicines” and has been used to cure a number of concerns ranging from digestive issues to diseases. Moreover, it is also among the most bioactive and powerful antioxidants in the skincare world as it effectively minimizes the appearance of fine lines, and wrinkles while it smoothens, firms, and brightens the skin.
Watermelon
Lauded as a fantastic all-rounder, watermelon is well known for its anti-inflammatory and hydrating properties. Meaning, it helps soothe acne-prone and parched skin, and keeps moisture locked in. Watermelon also helps condition and soften the skin by inhibiting citrulline, an amino acid that is water-binding. More so, it can easily be incorporated into any daily skincare routine with products that are available over the counter.
Rambutan
Rambutan is certainly popular for its spiky red skin and translucent sweet flesh. However, for use in skincare products, rambutan holds a myriad of benefits that deliver retinol-like results. The peel extract, for one, is a powerful source of antioxidants that encourage youthful, healthy, and plump skin. Meanwhile, the flesh extract helps stimulate collagen and promote cell turnover—the exact wonders a retinol can do, but with a less sensitizing effect.
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