Adaptogens 101: What Are They, Why Your Skin Needs Them

 

Unlike most of the other beauty trends that come and go, working us into a frenzy with buzzwords and leaving us befuddled about the actual benefits, adaptogens have actually been around for a really long time. Just like Korean hanbang and other indigenous practices like traditional Chinese medicine and Ayurveda, which involve the use of holistic ingredients, the adaptogen craze is less of a revelation and more of a rediscovery of age-old methods that have proven beneficial.

The trend of looking to the past for solutions isn’t exclusive to skincare either. Over the last decade, there has been a continuous shift towards a greener, cleaner lifestyle spanning everything from food (think about the resurgence of quinoa) to cleaning products (brands are creating solutions that are gentler on the environment) and everyday objects like straws. More and more, the world is realizing that sometimes, simpler is better. For us and for the environment.

Hold on, wait a minute

Now before you start scrambling for your wallet to make some new purchases, take a closer look at the products you’re currently using. You might be pleasantly surprised to find that some adaptogenic ingredients may have been present in your skincare all along. They don’t all have names that invoke earthy smells and delicate roots in glass jars. Sometimes it’s as simple as, say, aloe vera or licorice.

Here’s the 411

So what are adaptogens supplements? Simply put, they are herbs and non-toxic plants that help to reduce stress and restore balance to the body, bringing it back to a state of balance. The stress-reducing benefits of these roots and plants yield healthy skin by providing a dose of antioxidants, reducing inflammation, hydrating, regulating sebum, improving circulation, and delaying the signs of aging. Adaptogens are also anti-fungal, antiviral, antibacterial. Sounds amazing right? Like the Superman of skincare ingredients.

Read more – Adaptogens Supplements For Skin