I love olives. The best part is they taste good and are associated with many health benefits. Read to the end, you’ll find out why they are an incredible source of nutrients benefiting the body but also great for your skin, which is why we use this in our natural skincare range, making it perfect for sensitive skin.
History says olives were discovered approximately 7,000 years ago and used in domestic civilisations for culinary and medical purposes, especially in Mediterranean regions.
Research says that ancient civilisations like the Egyptians, Greeks, Sumerians and Romans saw olives as a massive asset for their medical purposes and believed it to help with heart, digestive and mental health.
As Research Develops it shows Olives contain antioxidants that have been deemed to be anti-cancer agents. One is Hyroxytyrosol, which is a powerhouse that’s in the olive pulp. Despite all the research, most of the best skincare brands have dismissed this ingredient, but the good news is we haven’t!
What is Hydroxytyrosol?
It’s a natural phenolic compound, a substance found in plants and food that is organic and has impressive benefits. There’s a number of processes involved in the extraction, but we use a pressing process which, under high pressure, extracts from the pomace (olive pulp).
Studies show Hydroxytyrosol have a number of benefits like anti-aging and anti-inflammatory properties as well as protection against UVA damage making it an incredible ingredient for natural skincare products.
Additional benefits are skin hydration, wound healing, support of the skin barrier function, anti-inflammatory benefits, which are closely linked with acne and eczema and Antimicrobial properties.
Further studies have shown that, medically, this compound can positively effect heart health, bone health, can lower your bad cholesterol and regulate your blood pressure. This was also published by Cleveland clinic so if a healthcare provider is telling you about its potential health benefits you know its good.
This is the reason why it’s taken us 3 years to launch &SOM Skin. It’s our mission to provide you with the best skincare products backed up with why we do it.
You can find hydroxytyrosol in our Anti Aging Serum so if you want to rewind the age of your skin, what are you waiting for? Order today!
Much Love, &SOM Skin.
