What are the benefits of Haritaki?
We have a long history of skincare ingredients, and Haritaki is one of them. This superfruit has been used for thousands of years and has quickly become one of Procoal’s all-time favorites. We wanted to share with you why we fell in love with this powerful ingredient and the benefits it can bring to some of your favorite skincare products.
What is Haritaki?
Haritaki is a fruit that has a lot of benefits, from hair to skin to health. Native to South Asia, Haritaki is used in all areas of daily life, from nutritional supplements to skin care to cooking. Haritaki is used in parts of India, China, Sri Lanka, and Vietnam. The cultivation process for this hero ingredient is slow and manageable, as the seeds are sown in the spring in areas with rich clay and sandy soils. Once the trees start growing, they cannot tolerate cold temperatures below 16°C, making the entire process tedious and requiring full commitment.
It’s called the “King of Medicine” for good reason, as it can help:
Helps prevent skin allergy flare-ups
Can reduce and eliminate acne and ulcers
Prevents hair loss and dandruff
May help relieve constipation
Helps relieve coughs and colds
Prevents diabetes
Helps improve overall heart condition
May help boost immunity
Many also believe that Haritaki also contains a host of spiritual benefits and aids in third eye awakening, meaning it’s often used in spiritual practices and medicine.
Haritaki comes in 7 varieties, ranging from green to black, and varies in appearance, and can taste sweet, sour, or bitter depending on the variety. The varieties of Haritaki are: Vijaya, Rohini, Putane, Amruta, Abhaya, Jivanti, and Chetak. All of these varieties have the same beneficial antibacterial and antioxidant properties, and are rich in vitamin C, essential minerals, and phytochemicals like tannins. You can see why this hero ingredient is becoming increasingly popular and making its way into more and more skincare product formulations, from cleansers to face masks.
What are the benefits of Haritaki?
As you can see, we’ve already told you about the main benefits of haritaki, including the benefits for your overall health, but now we’ll focus primarily on the skin care benefits of this smart ingredient.
Benefits of Haritaki for Skin Allergies
In traditional medicine used for centuries in Nepal, Haritaki powder is made into a paste and applied topically to any area of skin affected by any form of allergies, from rashes to redness. Following this traditional recipe, you can find Haritaki powder in anti-pollution skin care products, such as the Procoal Night Mask. With its antimicrobial and antioxidant properties, Haritaki fights any environmental aggressors your skin may be exposed to, such as: B. Exposure to harmful UV rays and other harmful free radicals, such as B. Environmental pollution, climate, and everyday dirt. With the benefits of this superfruit, you’ll find that your skin’s natural protective barrier is restored and skin damage is visibly reduced. For more information on night masks and their benefits for your skin, visit the Beauty Insider blog.
Benefits of Haritaki for Acne
The light green paste made from the above-mentioned Haritaki powder extract can also provide relief from acne and other skin imperfections. The antibacterial properties help to clear the skin of bacteria and dirt buildup that often enters and clogs the pores. Pimples and blackheads are common results, but there is also the risk of congested and uneven skin, which can unfortunately make any form of rash more noticeable. Due to Haritaki’s high vitamin C content, dark spots and acne scars are significantly reduced and less noticeable.
Benefits of Haritaki for Hair
When Haritaki extract is mixed with coconut oil, an effective, rich herbal hair oil is created. When you apply it to the roots of your hair and massage it vigorously, you can expect to see a significant improvement in the health of your hair. Prevents dandruff, head lice infestations, and hair loss.
Benefits of Haritaki for Overall Skin Health
Haritaki contains many beneficial ingredients such as vitamin C, magnesium, iron, copper, and potassium. This ingredient can help with many skin and hair issues. It is able to naturally draw out all the toxins in the skin, leaving your entire complexion smoother, more even, softer, and more soothed.
How long does it take for Haritaki to work?
After 4-6 weeks, you will see noticeable changes in your skin. It depends on which skincare products you use that contain this skin-healing fruit. What I mean by this is that choosing products that stay on the skin longer will allow the effects to work and be absorbed into the skin. Products like serums, moisturizers, face oils, and nighttime masks will allow the ingredients to penetrate deeper, alleviating skin issues like acne or improving the overall appearance of the skin.
It’s also a good idea to combine these products with other products that contain ingredients that exfoliate the skin, such as AHAs and BHAs, because these products remove the top layer of dead skin cells, which creates a barrier for other products that can’t penetrate the skin. By removing the cells, you allow the potent Haritaki to reach the areas of the skin where it can benefit quickly and effectively. For more information, see our blog post on the benefits of AHAs and BHAs for the skin.
Haritaki is a very effective ingredient to incorporate into your skincare routine. You’ll be truly amazed at the results you see. To make sure you’re using the product correctly and that it’s right for your skin type, you should do a 24-hour patch test on your arm. If there are no signs of irritation or redness, you’re good to go. However, if you still have questions, consult your doctor or dermatologist for further advice.
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