Riya Gautam
The Exquisite Super fruit: Kiwi
Kiwi also called Chinese gooseberry, is native to Mainland China and Taiwan, this tangy tropical fruit is now produced in over 10 countries, with China dominating over 50% of the production. The fruit is slightly acidic in nature, and can be eaten raw or cooked. Raw kiwis are rich in vitamin K, and vitamin C, and other antioxidants, which makes them a perfect skincare ingredient. Brimming with various health and skincare benefits Kiwi can assist in tackling different skin concerns such as. Premature Aging Enriched with the goodness of Vitamin E and Omega, Kiwifruit is effective in delaying signs of...
Riya Gautam
JATAMANSI OIL FOR DAMAGED HAIR
Jatamansi is an adaptogenic herb known to lower stress and anxiety levels. The bioactive compounds can be found in the rhizomes of the plant. Some of the compounds said to promote hair growth and reverse graying are Jatamansic acid, Nardostachysin, Nardal/Nardin. The rhizomes of N. jatamansi have been used additionally to promote hair growth, treat scalp ailments such as dandruff, eczema, psoriasis and rosacea. Let’s dig into these benefits!
Riya Gautam
The Wondrous Wakame Seaweed
Hey Merfolks!!!! Welcome to Mermaid’s blog post. Today we will be talking about the much-celebrated Skincare Ingredient: Wakame Seaweed. Wakame Seaweed is an edible seaweed belonging to the subcategory referred to as Brown Algae (There are three subcategories: Red, Brown, and Green). Known for their exceptional nutritional value and versatility, seaweeds are a staple for East Asian Cuisine. These protein-dense sea plants are even considered to be a superfood. Though the validity of the term ‘superfood’ is a much-discussed topic (check here: Superfoods or Superhype?), there is no denying the fact that Seaweeds are some extraordinary ingredients. However, let’s...
Chirag Arora
Sodium Hyaluronate
The more common way to turn pure hyaluronic acid into a useful topical is to “extract” its “sodium salt” to get sodium hyaluronate. “Sodium hyaluronate is a derivative of HA — specifically, it’s a salt form of HA,” Robinson clarifies. Sodium hyaluronate has a lower molecular weight than HA and hydrolyzed HA, so it’s more easily absorbed into pores. “Sodium hyaluronate has the ability to penetrate into deeper layers of the skin, and also attracts and binds water,” the cosmetic chemist says. “This effect can plump the skin, thus reducing the look of wrinkles and making skin younger-looking.”