Skin Brightening Organic Saffron Massage Cream with Basil Oil & Shea Butter - Improves Complexion - Reduces Puffiness, Marks & Spots ( 50 gms/2 oz)

What are the factors that affect, and dull complexion ?

The color, texture as well as the appearance of our skin, taken together, is referred to as the complexion. Over the years, our complexion takes a beating due to a number of external factors; such as sun-exposure, sun burns, tanning, pigmentation, acne etc. However, it also promotes formation of free radicals that ultimately lead to wrinkling. Impurities in the air, or chemicals in the cosmetics, can lead to skin infections or clogged pores as well. Basically our complexion loses its natural suppleness and glow.

What is Saffron and how does it improve skin tone and complexion ?

Saffron, or kesar, a derivative of Crocus sativus’ flower is a time tested cleanser, toner and anti-bacterial agent. It keeping pores unclogged by removing excess oil and dead skin cells and is most certainly always used to reduce the appearance of skin blemishes, pigmentation marks, sun-tan and acne scars. In addition to being an effective skin brightening agent, saffron is also a popular anti-oxidant since it promotes cell regeneration and collagen formation improving skin elasticity.

What is Sandalwood Oil and how does its use effect complexion ?

Sandalwood oil is obtained from Santalum album. It is a natural emollient, that helps the skin in staying hydrated and supple; making it suitable for dry skin. Circular massage with this cream contracts pores and tightens the skin; thus helping in reducing the appearance of fine lines. It is even known to soothe irritated skin and reduce inflammation; making it ideal for sensitive skin as well. This essential oil prevents formation of ugly scars; and it is also beneficial in fading away of scars, spots, and reduction of under-eye circles.

What is Basil Oil and what are its benefits when used to enhance complexion ?

Sweet Basil, or Ocimum basilicum, has been proven to have anti-microbial properties. It is effective in fighting acne and other minor skin infections. With its rich content of Vitamin A, it terminates free radicals; that cause destruction of our skin cells and cause the skin to age. Combined with the fact that it has the ability to stimulate circulation; this anti-inflammatory oil improves the tone and texture of the skin; while rendering glow to dull skin.

What is lemongrass oil and what does it do to enhance complexion ?

Lemongrass oil, the well-known anti-microbial, is extracted from the leaves of the grass Cymbopogon citrates. It is used to improve skin’s elasticity and firm it up by strengthening connective tissues. Known to improve skin cells’ health by improving blood circulation, it works against skin infections like acne. It is also used to alleviate perspiration. As an astringent, it reduces skin’s oiliness and blackheads, while unclogging and shrinking open pores.

What is Shea Butter and what makes it a popular complexion enhancing agent ?

Shea butter is a fat extracted from a particular African shea tree, or Vitellaria paradoxa. Among its many advantages are its humectants and emollient properties. In layman’s terms, it not only elevates the hydration level of the skin; but also helps the skin retain the moisture, by reducing evaporation. This substance contains beneficial fatty acids that improve circulation, skin elasticity; and along with Vitamin D promote regeneration of cells.

How does Manjistha better the complexion and impart it a glow ?

The herb Manjistha is also known as Rubia cordifolia or more commonly Indian Madder, is cultivated for the red pigment in its roots which gives it a nice reddish tinge. It also adds glow and improves the complexion by multiple actions. Firstly, it helps against a number of skin diseases as well as recurrent skin infections. Secondly, irritated or inflamed skin is also calmed, soothed and smoothed. Thirdly, it prevents the formation of scars, while hastening the healing of skin tissues."

Take an appropriate amount of the cream on your finger tips and apply all over the face and neck. Massage with firm circular, upward and outward movement till it is completely absorbed in the skin.

Ingredients : Saffron Extract (Crocus Sativus Flower Extract), Pure Sandalwood Oil (Santalum Album Oil), Basil Oil (Ocimum Basilicum Leaf Extract), Lemongrass Oil (Cymbopogon Schoenanthus Oil), Coconut Oil Derivative (Cocos Nucifera Oil), Shea Butter (Butyrospermum Parkii Butter), Manjistha Extract (Rubia Cordifolia), Dm Water (Aqua)