Acai Berries uses in natural skin care products
Rich in essential fatty acids (Omega-6 and Omega-9), antioxidants, phytosterols, Vitamin C and polyphenols which are known to help promote cell regeneration and skin suppleness.
Recently acai berries have been hailed as a super-food, high in antioxidants and fiber, receiving publicity from a number of celebrities such as Oprah Winfrey and Brad Pitt. Aside from assisting with weight loss, the berries are also believed to keep the skin looking young and fresh by fighting signs of aging with their potent antioxidant properties. The small and purplish-red berry originates in South and Central America and are a popular ingredient in many skin care products.
antioxidant properties
Acai berries are extremely high in vitamin c therefore have antioxidant properties, working to fight the cell-damaging free radicals which damage and age the skin. Therefore, acai berries may help to maintain young and radiant skin. A 2006 study conducted by the Journal of Agricultural and Food Chemistry found that acai had by far the highest oxygen radical scavenging activity of any food measured to date, strongly supporting the acai’s antioxidant properties.
anti-inflammatory properties
Due to the acai’s antioxidant content, the acai berry also has a natural anti-inflammatory effect, making it a useful ingredient for treating acne. It has also been suggested that acai berry can help ease pain caused by damaged nerve fibers.
treatment for hyper pigmentation
Hyper pigmentation is a common, usually harmless condition in which patches of skin become darker in color than the normal surrounding skin. This darkening occurs when an excess of melanin, the brown pigment that produces normal skin color, forms deposits in the skin. Research has found the acai berry to be one of the most beneficial natural ingredients for the treatment of hyperpigmentation. However researchers also noted that research is needed to determine to confirm and elucidate the benefits of these ingredients in the prevention and management of skin disease.
topical application of acai berry
We often cover our face with creams made from multiple chemicals, not all of which are beneficial to the body. A number of beauty and skin care products available on the market at the moment contain acai to help your skin look and feel great.
Since the acai berry has up to four times the amount of antioxidants than its rival fruits, you will be doing your skin a favor and pampering yourself with an exotic treat at the same time!
