Camellia Japonica

Published on 2 March 2023 at 13:44

A great deal of focus has recently been on how natural resources can help our skin.  Air pollutants is closely linked to skin aging, inflammation, wrinkles, pigmentation spots, atopic dermatitis, acne, cardiovascular disease, stroke, respiratory diseases, and cancer.

Air pollution increases ROS (Reactive oxygen species) production, a normal byproduct of cell activity. Like all things in excess this increase activity causes disease, inflammation, and premature aging. 

Camellia Japonica is a perennial herb native to Korea, china, and Japan.  It has anti-pollution effects, such as antioxidant, anti-bacterial, anti-allergic, anti-inflammatory activities.

Tsubaki – Japanese Camellia – A deep red version of the plant, which is claimed to be the most potent against air pollution effects on the skin.  

Camellia is rich in vitamins A, D and E. Vitamin A encourages the production of healthy skin cells. Vitamin D supports the repair of new cells, and vitamin E helps your skin retain moisture. All of which, makes skin softer, smoother and less prone to fine lines, wrinkles under the eyes and forehead wrinkles.

SOURCE OF ANTIOXIDANTS

Research has shown that the camellia flower is an incredible source of naturally-occurring antioxidants for skin. This is because it is a rich source of polyphenols - organic compounds which have both antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties.

As a natural antioxidant, polyphenols can safeguard your skin from the damaging effects of free radicals and UV light. Also, the anti-inflammatory properties mean that camellia is effective at soothing inflamed, acne-prone skin.

SOURCE OF OMEGA FATTY ACIDS

It is also a source of Omega 3, 6 and 9 fatty acids. Oleic acid (omega-9 fatty acid) is a moisturizing compound that absorbs free radicals, which means that camellia has fantastic anti-ageing qualities.

IT IS A NATURAL SKINCARE INGREDIENT

By using products which are made up of natural ingredients, you’ll also avoid being exposed to the chemicals and compounds in synthetic skin care products that can irritate the skin - which is great news for both your skin, and the environment.

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