Flower-Infused Skincare Is Having a Moment and We’re Here for It!

From the garden to your vanity, the fascinating benefits of flowers and why they are your skin’s best ‘bud’!

Floral ingredients have been an integral part of skin care for several generations with deep roots in the beauty rituals of ancient Egyptians and Ayurvedic practices right here in India. Loaded with healing properties and natural actives, flowers prove to be highly effective when used in skincare. In fact, there’s a different kind of flower to benefit every skin type. So aside from admiring the beauty of nature’s finest gift, here’s why we celebrate flower power in our skincare…

Rose for youthful skin

A popular skincare ingredient, rose is known for its intense hydrating and anti-ageing properties. So much so that even Cleopatra—an early torchbearer of skincare rituals is known to have indulged in luxurious rose water baths. Roses are a rich source of antioxidants but are also loaded with vitamins A and C which help boost collagen production and thereby improve skin’s elasticity. That’s probably why this flower is so deeply associated with love. Tell us you wouldn’t throw up a heart sign if you were promised hydrated, firm and supple skin!

A rose water soak might be quite impractical in today’s day and age but you can still treat your skin to rose-enriched skincare. Our Mo’ Chia Smoothie Hydrating Moisturiser is just the mighty shot of rosy goodness that your skin needs. Along with other nourishing ingredients, this moisturiser is packed with collagen-rich rose extracts that boost elasticity and help skin retain its youthfulness and delay ageing.

Calendula for acne-prone skin

Calendulas hide behind a pretty face, but pack a powerful punch when it comes to healing pimple prone skin. They are anti- bacterial and anti-inflammatory which spells double trouble for stubborn acne. If you deal with conditions like body acne or strawberry skin, a potent body wash like our Calendula Acne-Control Body Wash is the right fit for you. Not only does it tackle acne head on, but it also treats recurring blemishes.

Chamomile for dry skin

Isn’t it just so soothing to snuggle up to a warm cup of chamomile tea before bed? Turns out, chamomile is just as comforting for dry skin. A rich source of antioxidants which help fight skin damage caused by environmental stressors, it also calms dry and irritated skin by giving it a boost of hydration. If flaky skin is a cause of concern, let chamomile be your hero. No, we’re not asking you to go dunk your face into a vat of chamomile tea just yet. Instead, switch to our Superpowered Sugarcane Slurpie Cleanser at bathtime. Its natural sugarcane extracts gently exfoliate dead cells while antibacterial honey and antioxidant-rich chamomile nourish parched skin.

Hibiscus for sensitive skin

Hibiscus is known to act as a natural moisturiser that softens, hydrates, nourishes skin and helps it retain moisture for longer. If your skin is prone to minor irritations perhaps it needs some protein to rescue it? Our Skinny On Soy Moisturiser is laden with moisturising, hydrating and exfoliating ingredients along with the healing touch of hibiscus to calm your skin and bring it back to its most natural, healthy state.

Pansy flower for dull skin

Pansies are recognised for their soothing, hydrating and exfoliating benefits. In fact, they are also credited for maintaining skin health and improving its appearance. If you’re tired of waking up to dull-looking skin, it’s time to hit refresh with our Mighty Figgin’ Good Brightening Moisturiser. Along with the brightening benefits of vitamins A and C, this moisturiser packs in the goodness of pansy flower to get rid of dead skin bit by bit and reveal glowing, youthful skin.

While natural ingredients for skin care are all the rage (as they should be), experimenting with DIYs and homemade concoctions may not always deliver results. On the other hand, skincare infused with natural ingredients use the most beneficial extracts from fruits and flowers in the right proportions and are formulated with care to ensure that the products are stable, effective and safe for topical use. So when in doubt, make the most of natural ingredients but in the form of clean and gentle skincare.