Look if your reading this you are a skincare enthusiast looking for natural ways to achieve radiant, youthful skin for your skincare routine. Am I right? Look no further than cocoa! This delectable treat isn't just for satisfying your sweet tooth; it also holds incredible benefits for your skin health. In this blog post, we will delve into why you should be eating dark cocoa and wearing it on your face and why it's in your best skinterest. So, for the rest of this blog I will be referring to cocoa as skincare meaning topically and internally.
1.Cocoa is an Antioxidant Powerhouse
Cocoa is packed with antioxidants that helps fight free radicals, which can lead to premature aging and skin damage. That's free radicals dead inside & out!
2. Protects Cells. By incorporating cocoa into your skincare routine, you can shield your skin from environmental stressors and keep it looking fresh and glowing. Did you know by eating real cocoa that is 75% (or higher) prevents cell damage for all your cells not just skins? Did you know free radicals damage skin cells by causing oxidative stress? Another great fact is that it makes you feel fuller, by curbing that sugar craving.....that alone makes me want to have a few bites.
3. Skin Texture Transformation
Cocoa to the rescue if you struggle with uneven or rough skin texture! Regular use of cocoa-based products can help improve the overall texture of your skin, leaving it soft, smooth, and radiant. Experience the transformation and rediscover the beauty of your skin by using it inside and out.
4. Intense Hydration
Say goodbye to dry, dull skin with cocoa's moisturizing effects. Cocoa seed butter, derived from cocoa beans, is a luxurious ingredient that deeply nourishes and hydrates the skin, leaving it silky smooth and supple. For a cocoa-boost of hydration, look no further than our cocoa mask, Hydra Drench. It not only envelopes skin in thick hydrating layers but sheds dead skin and promotes new cell growth.
5. Age-Defying Benefits
Who knew that indulging in cocoa could also help turn back the clock on your skin? Thanks to its anti-aging properties, cocoa can help reduce the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles, giving you a more youthful complexion. Embrace the power of cocoa to maintain a vibrant, ageless glow.
The Best Cocoa Mask Around
Hydra Drench may be loaded with cocoa but I chose other superhero skin buddies to go with this delectable marvel cocoa mask Here are just a few superb key ingredients that help make this mask so hero-like... Tamanu Seed Oil: Facilitates the growth of newer skin, softens and smooths.
Willow Bark Extract : Aka salicylic acid, has anti-inflammatory (redness) benefits, clears pores, hydrates.
Evening Primrose Oil: Improves texture and elasticity.
Camphor & Wintergreen: Together these improve the complexion's clarity, brighten & soothe dryness and irritation, rejuvenate the skin, keeps pores clear.
Honey: Unique ability to promote skin cell regeneration and healing, while also softening, brightening, and clarifying the skin. Glycolic Acid: Exfoliates, smooth's, and regenerates new skin.
Unleash the Power of Cocoa and treat your skin inside and out for a rejuvenated complexion. I enjoy drinking dark cocoa milk made with lactose free 2% milk. I do like some milk fat for the benefit of skin suppleness. For my cocoa-inspired beauty snacks, I choose Lindt Dark Cocoa Chocolate Bar (85%-95%), Endangered Species Dark Chocolate Extreme, dark cocoa powder, and a few dark chocolate chips. I prefer options with low sugar and limit myself to about 2 squares daily. I love using dark cocoa powder from Penzey's Spices in my coffee and smoothies. I also suggest creating your own snack mix with; walnuts, almonds, dark chocolate chips, coconut flakes, cranberries, and dried ginger. You can find everything at Fred Meyer, Trader Joe's or New Seasons.
Fun fact: Did you know that cocoa is rich in vitamin E? It stimulates collagen production so I encourage you to embrace the magic of cocoa for improved skin!
In conclusion, cocoa isn't just a delightful treat for your taste buds—it's also a skincare superhero with remarkable benefits for your skin. From antioxidant protection to moisturizing effects and anti-aging benefits, cocoa has truly earned its place in the world of beauty. So, why not incorporate cocoa into your daily skincare routine and unlock the secrets to radiant, healthy skin? Try out the fantastic cocoa products recommended in this blog and work dark cocoa into your diet as well to experience the transformative power of cocoa for your skin. Let cocoa be your new skincare obsession!
~Genelle
MUA, NCE, LE
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