Superfoods: from diet to cosmetics

Chia seeds, the anti-acne superheroines

The richness in vitamins E and B3 and zinc in these small seeds makes them the ideal ingredient for anti-acne treatments, because they hydrate and soothe irritated skin. But also dry skin can benefit from its action, since the omega 3 fatty acids they contain nourish the skin and smooth wrinkles.

Discover the properties and benefits of chia.

Restore health to skin with chia seeds

Perricone MD has incorporated the power of chia seeds into a serum formulated to restore comfort and hydration to dry and devitalized skin, which quickly regain a desirable appearance.

Chia Serum, by Perricone MD, 30 ml, € 84.

Pomegranate, protective and rejuvenating

The content of fatty acids, phytosterols and vitamin E of the seeds of the pomegranate makes it essential to protect against aging and the negative effects of the sun's rays. In addition, your skin is up to three times richer in antioxidants, which also has an antiaging effect. And to top it off, its ellagic acid works by stimulating collagen synthesis, which is why it has the effect of a natural lifting.

Firming the complexion thanks to the pomegranate

The Weleda firm has taken advantage of the anti-aging power of the pomegranate to include it in a facial care line that takes advantage of its antioxidant content, substances that trap free radicals in the skin to slow down its aging.

Firming Serum of Pomegranate, by Weleda, 30 ml, € 31.50.

Açai, soothing and revitalizing

This exotic fruit, from Brazil, is a unique cocktail of vitamins, minerals, and contains up to 8 times more antioxidants than broccoli, which is already a champion. Its revitalizing power makes cosmetics use it to provide luminosity to the skin and to calm sensitive or damaged skin.

Erase signs of fatigue with açai

The Body Shop has opted for açai berry extract from Brazil, rich in antioxidants and vitamin C, to create a mask that instantly erases the effects of fatigue on the face thanks to the power of this superfood.

Revitalizing Açaí Mask from Amazonas, from The Body Shop, 75 ml, € 20.

Oriental mushrooms against spots

Shiitake, reishi or maitake are the mushrooms chosen by cosmetic houses for their depigmenting power. The kojic acid they contain helps to reduce the color of blemishes and brightens the skin. In addition, they are not aggressive, because their beta-glucans have a soothing action on the skin.

Shiitake's super power to brighten the skin

The kojic acid in shiitake has been the ingredient chosen by the American firm Benefit for its illuminator, ideal for dull skin to regain its light and acquire a new vitality, rejuvenating the entire face.

Benefit Girl Meets Pearl Highlighter, 12ml, € 35.

From the hive to the cream pot

Honey, propolis or royal jelly are part of many beauty products because they have antiseptic, healing and moisturizing power, which can be suitable for both young and mature skin.

Firming the skin with royal jelly

Royal jelly contains a large amount of vitamin B5 and mineral salts, which makes it ideal for firming and regenerating mature skin.

Firming Mask with Royal Jelly, by Apivita, 50 ml, € 15.

Moringa, the "tree of life", against pollution

Moringa leaves are antiseptic, so much so that in Africa they are used to purify water. And this virtue is accompanied by the power to stop free radicals. Who wouldn't want to bottle up these powers? Well, it has been done, so moringa is now an ingredient in shampoos and makeup removers for oily skin and also in many cosmetics that seek to combat the effects of pollution.

Skin free of impurities with moringa

The cleaning capacity of moringa is what led Vichy laboratories to incorporate it into the formula of their products, since it not only helps to eliminate impurities in general but also contamination particles.

Vichy Pureté Thermale Fresh Cleansing Gel, 400 ml, € 18.

Quinoa, the great ally of hair

Quinoa is a cereal rich in saponin, a very popular substance for making soaps and shampoos. It is antibacterial and also fortifying thanks to its content of amino acids, such as arginine, lysine and cystine.

Repair hair in depth with quinoa

For its hair mask that repairs hair in depth, the Kativa firm has opted for a superfood such as quinoa, which with its cocktail of amino acids is able to restore all its vitality to the hair.

Quinua Pro + Hair Mask, by Kativa, 250 ml, € 11.50.

Goji berries, an injection of vitality

With 21 trace elements, 18 amino acids, 4 times more vitamin C than orange and more beta-carotene than carrot, no one disputes that goji berries are a superfood and a super cosmetic ingredient ideal both to revitalize dull skin and erase the signs of tiredness, as if to reduce the first wrinkles.

Day cream with two superfoods

Not one, no, two! This Stem Cell Super-Food Day Cream SPF 15, by Rodial, contains goji berries and pomegranate extract, a complete complement to nourish and brighten the skin and restore lost vitality.

Stem Cell Super-Food Day Cream SPF 15, by Rodial, 50 ml, € 54.

The grenade

Protects from UV. Pomegranate seeds (Punica granatum) are rich in oil that contains fatty acids, phytosterols and vitamin E. They have a powerful anti-free radical, anti-inflammatory action and slows down aging.

Anti-aging action. The skin of the pomegranate has an antioxidant power 3 times higher than that of red wine or green tea.

Natural lifting. It contains ellagic acid, which stimulates the synthesis of collagen and inhibits the protein that destroys it, thus helping the skin to be smoother and delaying premature aging.

The açai

Barrier effect. Açai (pronounced assaí) is a purple fruit from Brazil, with a large amount of vitamins and minerals (it has 8 times more antioxidants than broccoli). Its great revitalizing power makes it an excellent anti-free radical shield for the skin.

More light to the face. The extract of the fruit refines the texture of the skin and helps to give it more radiance.

And also soothing. It is an excellent anti-inflammatory and helps fight bacteria. That is why it is used to soothe the skin in cases of psoriasis, eczema or acne.

Mushrooms

They lighten spots. Reishi, maitake and, above all, shiitake contain kojic acid, a great depigmenting agent. They are used, therefore, to reduce spots and give luminosity.

Calming effect. They contain beta-glucans, which boost the immune system, calm and soften the skin.

Beehive products

They are antiseptic. And also very nutritious. We mean honey, propolis, royal jelly …

Honey. Maintains hydration, is antibiotic, healing and softening. Very suitable for the care of lips and dry skin.

Propolis. It is, above all, antiseptic, which is why it is used on oily skin with imperfections and some aftersun creams.

Royal jelly. It is the richest natural product in vitamin B5 and contains many mineral salts. It surpasses honey in qualities and is used to regenerate the most mature skin.

Quinoa

Protects hair. The grains of this cereal contain saponin, a substance used in the production of artisan shampoos and soaps. Its antibacterial properties help protect hair against multiple external agents.

And it reinforces it. As quinoa is also rich in proteins and, therefore, in amino acids, such as arginine, lysine and cystine, it helps to mitigate the damage caused to the structure of the hair, thus improving its strength. It is widely used in deep repair hair treatments.

The moringa

Cleanses the skin. Originally from India and known as the "tree of life", its seeds are antiseptic - in fact, in Africa they are used to purify water - and free radicals. They are used in cleansers for oily skin (shampoos and make-up removers) and anti-pollution cosmetics.

Restorative. As a dietary supplement, crushed dry leaves are used orally. They contain 25% more iron than spinach, 10 times more vitamin A than carrots, 17 times more calcium than milk and 46 antioxidants.

Chia seeds

Out inflammation. Chia (Salvia hispanica), of South American origin, is one of the largest vegetable sources of omega 3, an essential fatty acid for the body due to its anti-inflammatory properties, among others. It is incorporated, above all, in creams and serums for dry skin, because it provides a lot of nutrition and hydration and smoothes expression lines.

Anti-acne. Due to its high content of vitamins E, B3 and zinc, it is also used to hydrate and calm skin irritated by acne.

Goji berries

They revitalize your face. Goji (Licium barbarum) is extraordinarily rich in nutrients: it contains 21 trace elements, 18 amino acids, 4 times more vitamin C than oranges, and more beta-carotene than carrots. That is why it is included in energizing creams for dull skin and with the first wrinkles.

Fight fatigue. Goji berries were already used thousands of years ago in traditional Chinese medicine to improve the immune system and prolong life. As a dietary supplement, it has been shown to work very well against fatigue and improve blood circulation.