A Guide to The Best Organic Ingredients for Skin Care in 2020

A Guide to The Best Organic Ingredients for Skin Care

Have you ever heard of organic products? Of course, given the current worldwide buzz for organic products the name alone should be familiar to you. But do you know what organic means? What makes them better and more recommendable? And more importantly how are organic materials and products used for the skin? If not, keep on reading as we will explain everything about the best organic ingredients for skin care and how useful they are for the skin.

An organic product is a product which is produced by a living organism, in other words it is natural. Chemical synthesizes, materials and processes do not have anything to do with organic products.

For addressing skin care problems, you can surely benefit from the organic ingredients that our mother Earth offers. It has the best ingredients for treating acnes, pigmentation, damages caused by the sun and many more.

Now let us go deeper and see what do these ingredients actually do for your skin.

Beta Carotene

This ingredient helps to protect your skin against the damages which are caused by the sun. Did you know that we consume beta carotene in our day to day life? Beta carotene is present in red, orange and yellow fruits and vegetables. We consume them by eating carrots, pumpkin, and sweet potatoes. When we consume beta carotene, our body converts this ingredient into vitamin A, which is an essential vitamin for our skin. Beta carotene has antioxidant benefits which makes it the best among all the ingredients. So let us say yes to all yellow, red and orange fruits and vegetables.

The extract of green tea

Did you know that green tea contains catechins which help prevent and reverse UV damages which are caused by the sun? The extract of green tea contains a huge amount of antioxidant chemicals.

That is not all. Green tea helps the skin and prevents it from skin cancer as it contains polyphenols. It also fights premature aging by rejuvenating dying skin cells. The extract of green tea can make the dull skin look healthier and better. You can moisturize your skin with the help of this extract. So add green tea extract to your ‘to do’ shopping list and enjoy the benefits.

Licorice

The redness of your skin can be treated with the help of this extract. Licorice extract sooths and hydrates skin. The roots of this extract contain very powerful antioxidants which neutralize radicals from the environmental pollution. It has the power to fade dark spots which are common after an acne breakout or sunburn. Last but not the least, this extract is good for oily skin types as well.

Oats

Ever thought what are the benefits of oatmeal for the skin? Here we will update you with the benefits of oatmeal.

• Oatmeal is cheap and easily available.
• It suits all skin types, specially the sensitive skins and skins with acne, eczema and also psoriasis.
• It helps to keep the skin hydrated by forming a layer on the surface of your skin that retains water in the skin.
• Oatmeal is natural and rich in vitamins and minerals, thus very good for your skin.
• It helps in imparting moisture and improves skin dryness and roughness.
• It is a natural ingredient approved by the Food and Drug Administration.

 

Also, let us not forget, that soy is rich in lecithin which helps in hydrating and repairing the surface of the skin. You will be happy to know that you can even fight against wrinkles and fine lines with the help of soy. Another feature of soy is that it contains phytoestrogen. This provides estrogen to the entire body, and it is very important in maintaining the elasticity of your skin.

Vitamin C

So far, we only knew that vitamin C is used to treat common cold. But have my word when I say it is very important as well as effective for your skin.

Vitamin C is an antioxidant which protects our skin from getting damaged by free radicals and rays of the sun. If you want to lighten the color of hyperpigmentation and brown spots from your skin, here you go, your savior is vitamin C. It will also allow you to even out your skin tone.

You may wonder what food items contain vitamin C. Here is a list of fruits and vegetables rich in vitamin C.

Willow herb

This herb is very unique in its own way. It is an anti-irritant and a natural antiseptic which has been used for long to sooth the common irritations of the skin. This herb provides exfoliation for the radiant skin, and helps in reducing the oil and acne from your skin. Isn’t this wonderful? Wait! That’s not all. It also helps to reduce the signs of aging and fine lines from the surface of your skin.

Witch hazel

The trickiest ingredient is witch hazel. It helps you control the oil content of your skin but at the same time keeps your skin hydrated. This ingredient has been a home remedy for centuries and can be used on sores, wounds and swellings. This wonderful ingredient has medical properties too. Witch hazel relieves inflammation, reduces the irritation and itching, and prevents the skin from spread of cancer cells.

Aloe vera

Aloe vera is rich in vitamins such a B1, B2, B6, C, niacin amide and many more. This ingredient has been used to remove the stretch marks which appear post pregnancy, treat insect bites and itching, and are good for cooling the skin affected by sun. Aloe vera is also called an all-rounder ingredient because it is very good for all types of skin, has many advantages, and is used for many purposes.

 Apple cider vinegar

Did you forget to buy your apple cider vinegar? Then I guess after reading this, you will surely go and grab yours from the market. Apple cider vinegar is very effective for deep cleaning of the skin and it helps to remove the hyperkeratosis from your skin. I should let you know that it is a vinegar and contains acid. So it can be sensitizing at times but the best thing about it is its anti-fungal properties. So besides using apple cider vinegar for weight loss and to season your salads, you can also use it for a healthy and shiny skin.

Argon oil

Argon oil is the fruit of Moroccan Argon tree which has been used for both food as well in cosmetics. It contains a very high amount of fatty acids and vitamins such as A and E. In addition to this, it has the power to repair the function of the skin as a barrier.

Avocado oil

Avocado oil contains vitamins such as A, B1, B2, B12, D, E, fatty acids and beta carotene. Have you heard about skin diseases like vulvar lichen sclerosus? Well avocado is used for the treatment of this disease.

Besides all the materials introduced above, there are still many other useful organic ingredients that have benefits for your skin. Give the following ingredients a try as well.

Skin speaks a lot about an individual’s health. I hope we provided at least some insight on what to add to your shopping list the next time, so that your skin also benefits. It takes nothing to take care of your skin, just give yourself and your skin some time and love. Do let us know which ingredient suited you best and share your experience with us about The Best Organic Ingredients for Skin Care.