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Mirror, mirror: Magical powers of nature

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Published on January 16, 2012
Published on January 16, 2012
Melissa Shabinsky  RSS Feed

Some women swear that olive oil is the magic trick to making their hair shiny, and that cucumber makes puffy eyes magically disappear.

Topics :
Morocco , New Zealand

Magical beauty potions have cast their spell on generations of women. The powers of nature hold beauty secrets that were found long before a woman's daily regime included creams or lotion from jars and bottles. Look for these natural ingredients in your everyday beauty products.

Argan Oil

Commonly referred to as "liquid gold," argan oil is found in Morocco. This magical oil is rich in vitamin E and essential fatty acids that help to nourish skin and hair from the inside out. It is amongst the rarest oils in the world. Find it in facial oil, hair serum, and more recently, 
in shampoos, conditioners and cosmetics.

Green Tea

Used topically, it can help prevent collagen breakdown and even reduce the effects of UV damage. Green tea has potent anti-inflammatory properties and is a powerful source of antioxidants. Find it in skin care and body care products.

Manuka Honey

Manuka honey is a sweet beauty secret that hails from New Zealand and can work magic to help heal, restore and rejuvenate the skin - plus it has antibacterial properties. Find it in lip balms and skin-care products.

Super Fruits

Antioxidant-rich berries such as acai, goji, blueberry and pomegranate are powerful free-radical scavengers. They can help boost skin's ability to repair and fight free-radical damage that can lead to premature aging. Find them in skin care and body care products, and some cosmetics.

Virgin Coconut Oil

Not to be confused with coconut milk, this oil comes from the flesh of the fruit and is the ultimate beauty multitasker. Loaded with vitamin E and essential fatty acids, it instantly quenches thirsty skin and even helps bring dry damaged hair and nails back to life. Find it in lip balms, body balms, some sunscreens and body lot

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