Eco-Friendly Beauty from Hawaii
Hawaiian Beauty Trends
Hawaii is a place known for its colorful allure of beautiful flowers and the rich, scented breeze that fills the air. This foliage- and scenery-filled state just may be the best place to calm one's nerves thanks to its natural therapeutic beauty and bountiful natural ingredients.
Throughout history, Hawaii has been an epicenter of naturally-occurring beauty enhancers and skin care ingredients. If there's a beauty-related conundrum, chances are Hawaii has an ingredient that can solve or improve it, as everything from shampoos to bathing oils, massage ointments, and hair care products have originated in the Hawaiian Islands.
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These ingredients are often used to help treat skin disorders and to aid in maintaining good skin health and appearance. Of course, we'd be remiss if we didn't remind you that you should follow the advice of your medical professional or licensed esthetician when treating any health issues; but we can also assure you that the following ingredients have been used by women and men in the Hawaiian Islands for many years with positive results.
So whether you're searching for the trendiest Hawaiian beauty products or you simply want to look and feel your best, these earth-sourced ingredients are some of the most popular Hawaiian skincare essentials.
Tamanu Oil
Tamanu Oil is extracted from the Tamanu tree and is commonly used for skin and hair care products. It is believed to have medicinal value and is used to treat skin conditions such as acne, dry skin, wrinkles, and eczema. It is also an antioxidant that may protect the skin from premature aging and is also used as a natural sunscreen.
Tamanu oil contains a host of essential agents that may help promote a healthy and scalp by protecting your head and hair against scalp and fungal infections. It is also used to nourish and restore dry and damaged hair and give it that coveted sheen.
Noni
Noni is a tree that belongs to the coffee plant family and the liquid extracted from it is widely used for a host of medicinal purposes. Noni is thought to act as a skin antibacterial and even to strengthen the body’s immune system. Apart from the oil, the Noni fruit produces juice which many people drink to help plump and moisturize the skin. It is also thought to improve the condition of the scalp.
Noni is also loaded with vitamins B1, B2, B3, calcium, phosphorus, and potassium, which may aid in our overall health and wellbeing.
Kukui Nut Oil
Kukui nut oil is extracted from the kukui nut tree, also known as the candlenut tree, which is also the state tree of Hawaii. Although it is best used in its pure form, kukui nut oil has a very high fatty-acid count which, when combined with other ingredients, is used in the production of numerous cosmetic products.
Kukui nut oil is also thought to possess antibacterial and antifungal properties. Therefore, it is widely used to treat skin conditions such as eczema and psoriasis. This wonderful oil may also promote glowing healthy skin, is used as a natural sunscreen, and can even help eliminate stretch marks and balance skin tone.
Macadamia Nut Oil
When used in its natural form, macadamia nut oil contains essential agents that help to moisturize the skin and hair. This quality has led macadamia nut oil to be a common ingredient in products such as shampoos and hair conditioners. It can also be applied sparingly to all hair types for shine and frizz control.
Macadamia nut oil contains fatty acids and antioxidant properties which, when consumed, are thought to help protect skin from aging.
Awapuhi
In the Hawaiian Islands, awapuhi is known as Hawaiian ginger or wild ginger and is a member of the ginger and turmeric family. It contains agents that promote hair and scalp health and is a primary ingredient in shampoos and conditioners.
Awapuhi is usually applied to the hair, but many people also drink it as a juice, which can also be used to rinse your hair. Awapuhi leaves your hair feeling soft and silky and it smells divine!
Volcanic Ash
Volcanic ash is a type of clay scientifically referred to as sodium bentonite. The ash is usually used as a facial mask to calm and relax the skin. It may also help detoxify the skin by removing impurities and excessive oil.
Volcanic ash is also used to treat a number of ailments, including yeast, viral, and bacterial infections. The ash is also thought to slow the skin's aging process by protecting it from toxins and environmental pollutants.
Coconut Oil
Coconut oil is seemingly everywhere, and with good reason. It contains essential oils as well as antifungal and antibacterial qualities that make it a popular choice for many skin and haircare products. It can be applied directly to the skin as a facial cleanser that will leave your skin soft. It is even used as a natural shaving cream.
Coconut oil can also be applied after makeup as to accentuate and highlight your look, giving you a dewy glow.
Aloe Vera
Thanks to its medicinal properties, aloe vera has been used for thousands of years for various purposes. Today, it is a common ingredient in many skincare products and is widely used to treat conditions such as acne, eczema, and sunburn.
Aloe vera penetrates and cleanses the skin and can also be used as an exfoliant when mixed with other ingredients such as lemon and sugar.
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