Beauty Benefits for Hair and Skin from Elderflower & Elderberry
These include skin softening & smoothing effects; anti-inflammatory & anti-wrinkle properties & are great for all skin types. Who wouldn’t want this in their skincare!
Elderflowers are a creamy white, five-petaled blossom which cluster into bunches on an Elderberry shrub. They have a sweet scent aroma sometimes described as fresh hay with mild anise notes.
Elderflowers are nutrient & antioxidant-rich. Some of the nutrients found in Elderflower include Bioflavonoids, Choline, Omega-3 fatty acids, Omega-6 fatty acids, Pectin and Tannins. They also contain vitamins A, B-1, B-2, B-3 complex. These give the elderflower its anti-inflammatory, anticancer and antiviral properties.
1. ANTI-WRINKLE, ANTI-AGING BENEFITS
Elderflower and berry have anti-inflammatory properties and are rich in vitamins, flavonoids, and quercetin. They are also rich in bioflavonoids which help prevent wrinkles from developing.
Elderflower contains antioxidants that protect against sun and other free-radical damage. They have also been shown to promote blood circulation and are packed with vitamins A, B, C, and E which are excellent for making the skin firmer, improving complexion and evening out skin tone.
2. PROMOTE HEALTHY CLEAR SKIN
The anti-microbial and anti-fungal compounds in elderflower, and berry help to keep the skin healthy and clear. They balance out excess oils helping to prevent breakouts. Elderflower and berry extracts are ideal in skin and hair cleansing.
3. SKIN SMOOTHING EFFECTS
Elderflower and berry are mildly astringent so are helpful in refining the complexion. The astringent properties cause the skin to tighten, reducing the size and appearance of pores. The reduction of pores in the skin to a healthy size has the benefit of making the skin look and feel smoother and fresh.
These types of cleansers, shampoos, and conditioners are hydrating and natural. Shampoo, conditioner and wash containing certified organic elderflower extract & elderberry extract are gentle enough for use by the whole family and has been found to assist in relieving a wide variety of skin conditions, including eczema, psoriasis & acne.
Improve Skin and Hair Health
Infused with innate anti-aging and free radical fighting properties, elderberries and elderflower, keep your skin radiant for longer periods. Furthermore, they also act as a natural detoxifying agent and help prevent distressing skin conditions like breakouts, boils, and scars.
The anthocyanins in elderberries and flower (the compounds that give them their characteristic red/purple color) were found to give a natural boost to your skin’s health. This compound also protects against skin damage in fact, distilled elderberry flower water is known to restore skin health and lighten the freckles, The addition of the fruit extract can also reduce inflammation and bruising. The extract can help treat herpes as well. The antioxidants in the berry can fight the herpes virus and give relief.
In addition, the berries/flowers also work great for your hair. They encourage hair growth and impart nutrients to your hair, and help you have a shining head of hair. Of course, these shampoos and conditioners will not be white or clear like other shampoos but don’t be afraid of the color, it will enhance your natural color and help with a brassy look. Elderberry & Elderflower extracts also enhance other ingredients to make them even more effective.
Call us here at Private Label Skincare Florida to have these wonderful ingredients added to your product line today.