Spice up your Skincare


In Mexico, we have a passion for the picante


and add spices to almost


everything we eat. We love the bold flavors, tastes, and aromas that spices add to our food, but did you know the powerful health benefits spices provide? In skin care, many spices help prevent premature aging and skin damage; they provide anti-inflammatory, antioxidant benefits, regenerate skin cells, and improve circulation.


So next time you spice up your food, know you are not only making your food taste great but also making your skin look fabulous too!


Here’s a few common spices and their skin care benefits.


Cinnamon: Cinnamon contains the


highest level of antioxidants of all the spices. You’ll find as many antioxidants


in 1 teaspoon of cinnamon as in ½ cup of blueberries. It is also antiseptic, antifungal, blood


analgesic, muscles.


circulation Its


and helps relaxes


stimulate tight


spicy hot fragrance has


been known to boost brain function. Cinnamon brings blood and oxygen to the surface of the skin keeping skin plump and youthful


looking while its


antibacterial properties help reduce acne.


Black Pepper: Black pepper is one of the oldest known and commonly used spices in the world. It is anti-inflammatory, anti-bacterial, and antioxidant.


Black


pepper has a warming effect on the skin that relaxes stiff muscles and relieves body aches, and pains. It also increases circulation and aids in detoxification.


Cumin: Cumin, with its distinctive flavor and strong, warm aroma, is the second most popular spice in the world after black pepper. It is anti-microbial


and aids in detoxification. Cumin is rich in vitamin E that helps nourish the skin and keeps it wrinkles.


clear of blemishes and


Chiles: Chiles, a key spice in many Mexican dishes, contains capsaicin, a powerful anti-inflammatory that helps relieve pain and improves circulation. Chiles help keep skin healthy looking by stimulating blood flow to the skin which allows oxygen and nutrients to reach the skin cells and flushing out toxins.


Coriander/Cilantro: leaves


and that The help cilantro dried coriander seeds


are rich in antioxidant, antimicrobial, anti-inflammatory and detoxifying properties


minimize Cloves: Cloves are rich skin


disorders such as eczema, dryness, and fungal infections.


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in minerals is


antimicrobial, antifungal, antiseptic, antiviral, and eases stiffness and pain while its warm aroma helps reduce stress and fatigue. Clove’s antiseptic properties make it useful for treating acne, wounds, cuts, and insect bites.


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