Benefits of Acai Berry for your Skin
Posted on 14. Aug, 2010 by admin in MonaVie EMV
The acai berry is a small, purple colored fruit found in the dense forests of the Amazon. Since its discovery, it has been a vital part in the diet of the Brazilians. This berry is rich in a number of nutrients and antioxidants which aid in maintaining healthy, glowing skin. The skin on our face is thinner than the skin on the rest of our body, thus being more sensitive and prone to allergies and bacteria. Also, the sun rays darken our skin tone and cause wrinkles. The acai berry is now an essential part of skin care products helping restore youthful skin.
The antioxidants have the property of destroying the dead skin cells and promoting the growth of new cells. It is however not very easy to extract the berry, but once successfully extracted, it can do wonders to your health and skin! The acai berry reduces the level of free radicals, thus reducing wrinkles, spots and acne. The antioxidants present in the acai berry is considered to be insufficient for the body, hence in order to get enough of antioxidants from the berry, acai products that are frozen is the best resort. These antioxidants are helpful as they contain phytochemicals that slow the aging process.
The berry also contains Omega 6 and Omega 9; the two fatty acids that help reduce cholesterol and restore damaged skin. The berry can be consumed in drinks such as smoothies and sorbets. One of the prime manufactures of edible products containing the acai berry is Sambazon, helping people include the berry in their daily diet. For those who do not wish to consume the berry in drinks or food items, can turn to various skincare treatments such as facial masks. This is prepared by crushing the berry and applying it directly to the skin.
The famous talk show host, Oprah Winfrey has to be given credit for popularizing the berry and its benefits. After her show on the berry, a number of different acai products have reached the shelves in stores in America. The popularity of the berry is thriving in the US in a number of beauty conscious states like California. A lot of people are turning to the products that contain the berry to pamper themselves and receive its antioxidant benefits at the same time.
The acai berry is rightfully referred to as the super berry as it is far more beneficial than some of the super fruits like pomegranate, blueberries and grapes, to mention a few. The acai berry helps us to forget our skin problems giving us greater confidence to hold our heads high!
