We are now going to become acquainted with one our all time favourite indigenous ingredients – baobab – the arboreal sentinels of the African landscape that have stood watch for millennia. Adansonia Digitata, more commonly known as the African tree of life, produces a superfruit that contains 20x the antioxidant value in comparison to green tea.
Brimming with vitamin C and polyphenols, most notably flavonoids, bioflavonoids, flavanols and tannins. Thanks to their free radical scavenging ability, these phyto-actives help prevent premature skin ageing and promote cellular protection as well as regeneration. In addition, the high vitamin C content can relieve the skin of dullness and lighten the appearance of pigmentation. Resulting in healthy, even toned, radiant skin. We’ve harnessed the antioxidant and anti-ageing benefits of baobab fruit in our Hygieia Facial Cleansing Powder and Epione Therapeutic Bath Soak.
Benefits of baobab oil include:
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Moisturising and supporting the barrier function of the skin.
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Reducing the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles.
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Protecting the skin from oxidative damage and environmental aggressors.
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Soothing and anti-inflammatory properties, which help to alleviate dryness, flaking, and eczema.
