Pomegranates | Ingredient 101

We all love Pomegranates , but we don’t know its benefits on the skin. In this Ingredient 101 we learn all about it.

Pomegranates aren’t just yummy, they’re also SUPER helpful for your skin! This fruit has been known to be beneficial for your skin since ancient times and it is no wonder! It’s packed with antioxidants as well as anti-inflammatory and anti-aging properties. Seriously, this fruit won’t fail in protecting your body and skin! Thanks to this powerful ingredient, your skin will be strong, healthy, and protected! ✨

 What Type of Skin Benefits the Most from Pomegranate Extract?

All skin types can benefit from pomegranate extract, but dry, aging,  and acne-prone skin would benefit the most! Pomegranate extract contains shielding, toning, and anti-inflammatory properties that will help dry/ aging skin types stay protected against free radical damage which can cause fine lines, wrinkles, and dark spots. It can also help reduce inflammation and acne in acne-prone skin!

Benefits of Pomegranate for Skin

Heavy in Antioxidants: “Not only does it contain about 48% of the daily vitamin C, but also contains other antioxidants such as anthocyanins, ellagic acid, and tannins. With all these antioxidants you have one of the ultimate blockers in free radical damage, which is a big cause in aging,” adds Dr. Hayag. “I would pick pomegranate juice over açaí and blueberry juice any day.”

Cell Regeneration: Pomegranates help protect the epidermis (the outer layer of the skin) and helps with skin cell regeneration in the epidermis and dermis (inner layer), increasing circulation and healing the skin, aiding in tissue repair and wound healing.

Sun Protection: They have sun protective compounds that may protect the skin against free radical damage, help prevent skin cancer, relieve sunburn and reduce the signs of sun damage. Pomegranate seed oil may work to protect against skin cancer because of ellagic acid, a polyphenol antioxidant found in large quantities in pomegranates, which researchers have found inhibits the growth of skin tumors.

Anti-Aging: Pomegranates may help protect against premature aging by helping reduce the signs of skin aging caused by sun damage and exposure, such as wrinkles and fine lines. Pomegranates may also help prevent hyperpigmentation and age spots.

Youthful Skin: Pomegranates promote smooth, firm skin by promoting collagen and elastin production and soften skin.

Dry Skin: It is a great ingredient for skincare because it penetrates deeply into the skin. It works for most skin types, (which depends on the skin care ingredients pomegranate is combined with). Since pomegranate oil penetrates deeply into the skin, it is effective for treating dry skin. It soothes dry, cracked, and irritated skin. It contains punicic acid, an omega 5 fatty acid that hydrates and prevents moisture loss.

Oily Skin/Combination Skin: Pomegranate oil even works for oily skin and the use of pomegranates have been beneficial for acne prone skin, to combat breakouts, reduce scarring, and soothe minor irritations.

Side Effects of Pomegranate for Skin

“Skin allergy/irritation is possible, but rare,” says Mudgil. Unless you know you’re allergic, you’re likely safe though. And while there are few side effects to pomegranate itself (except the red it dyes your fingers when you eat one), Hu did tip us off to something key about it as an ingredient.

“The polyphenols (especially anthocyanins) that reside in pomegranate quickly oxidize in water, so if you’re going to use a product with pomegranate extract, I suggest not letting it sit on the shelf too long so you get the most potent version of the product,” Hu suggests.

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