Let's Have A Journey Through Our Adaptogens

REISHI

Scientific Name: Ganoderma lucidum
It is common in some parts of the world to consume reishi mushroom tea to improve immune function. It is thought to do this by boosting white blood cell count and reducing overall inflammation. Like many other mushrooms, reishi contains high levels of beta-glucans. Beta-glucans are polysaccharides that hydrate, soothe, and repair damaged and irritated skin when applied topically.
Benefits of Reishi Mushrooms for Skin
- Fights free radicals: It sustain levels of two of the most powerful antioxidants in the skin, namely ergothioneine and reduced glutathione wich prevent premature aging and free radical formation, and also enhance sun protection.
- Alleviates redness and irritation: The immune boosting adaptogenic properties of reishi mushrooms result in soothed, calmed skin as well as reduced redness.
- Deeply hydrates: The polysaccharides in the reishi mushroom provide humectant and deeply hydrating benefits. They can also decrease fine lines and wrinkles, as well as repair and reinforce the ceramides in the moisture barrier.
- Fades acne scars:  Reishi mushrooms inhibit the melanin-producing enzyme tyrosinase, and are helpful in reducing skin pigmentation and discoloration.

GINSENG

Scientific Name: Panax ginseng
Ginseng is herbal supplement that has been taken as a part of traditional Chinese medicine for thousands of years.it is a source of many antioxidants compounds and B vitamins that work to protect and nourish the skin. Ginseng also is known to have stimulant and anti-inflammatory effects that make it great for depuffing swollen skin and tightening sagging skin.
Benefits of Ginseng for Skin
- Ginseng can help boost the circulation of your skin's smallest blood vessels, in turn ramping up the synthesis of collagen.
- Its antioxidant properties protect your skin from free radicals and other environmental aggressors that could trigger the formation of fine lines and wrinkles.
- It helps inhibit melanin production, and quell redness and puffiness.
 

Turmeric

Scientific Name :Curcuma longa
Turmeric is an antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, antiseptic and immune boosting wonder ingredient.These properties make it perfect for countering spots and soothing skin conditions such as psoriasis.
Benefits of Turmeric  for Skin
- Turmeric contains antioxidants and anti-inflammatory components. These characteristics may provide glow and luster to the skin. Turmeric may also revive your skin by bringing out its natural glow.
- Studies have found that turmeric can positively affect tissue and collagen as well. The journal Life Sciences recommends applying curcumin as an optimized formula to best work on skin wounds.
- The antioxidant and anti-inflammatory qualities of turmeric may help your psoriasis by controlling flares and other symptoms.
- Helps reduce acne and any resulting scars. The anti-inflammatory qualities can target your pores and calm the skin. Turmeric is also known to reduce scarring
We love it in our NURTURE Detox Renaissance Masque an adaptogen rich formula that not only contains Turmeric but also Saffron Stem Cells, and Sea buckthorn Seed Oil for an intense antioxidant boost.

Gotu Kula

Scientific Name : Centella asiatica
Nature’s own botox therapy, from improving skin elasticity, and healing wounds to treating acne, gotu kola does it all. gotu kola’s medicinal properties have led to its widespread use in the pharmaceutical and skincare industries.
It is a rich source of pentacyclic triterpenoids a group of phytochemicals known for their powerful anti-inflammatory, anti-microbial, anticancer, hepatoprotective, and wound-healing properties.
 Benefits of Gotu Kula for Skin
- Gotu kola effectively stimulates collagen production, making it a highly sought after anti-aging herb.
- Chronic stress is often related to skin aging and appearance of stress marks on the face. Gotu kola is hailed for its calming antidepressant and anti-aging properties.
- Gotu kola’s ability to reduce inflammation by inhibiting proinflammatory cytokines, has led to its use in the treatment of inflammatory conditions such as atopic dermatitis (eczema) and psoriasis. Apart from inflammation, gotu kola also reduces pruritus and erythema-like symptoms.

Licorise extract

Scientific Name : Glycyrrhiza glabra.
Excessive exposure to the sun and hormonal imbalances due to various underlying reasons can cause skin dullness. Licorice extract can help brighten your skin, giving you the glow you always wanted.
Glabridin is one of the active ingredients in the licorice root extract that diminish and reverse dark spots, pigmentation, or scarring from sun damage. Glabridin has enzymes that block UV radiation, thereby preventing sun-induced skin damage.
Benefits of Licorise extract for Skin
- The glabridin in licorice helps combat skin inflammation caused by high-glucose stress.
- Licorice extract protects the skin from UV-induced stress.
- Licorice extract inhibits the production of tyrosinase, in turn inhibiting the production of dark spots.

Aloe Vera

Scientific Name: Aloe Barbadensis Miller
In addition to its ability to help replenish and retain moisture in the skin, aloe also stimulates the production of hyaluronic acid and collagen and elastin fibers in the skin.
Benefits of Aloe Vera for Skin
- Incredibly hydrating, which could help combat the skin peeling that usually takes effect post-sunburn. 
- Mucopolysaccharides, as found in the aloe plant, help retain moisture in the skin.
- Using aloe vera cream on psoriasis may also help reduce the scaling, redness, and irritation caused by the disorder. 
- Aloe vera can be considered an antiseptic acting against fungi, bacteria, and viruses.