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For generations, people have celebrated and cherished the healing
and calming qualities of Rooibos tea, and over the past few years, more
and more people have begun to discover the benefits of using Rooibos-
infused products as part of their daily skincare routines. Initially, the
spotlight was placed on Rooibos tea in South Africa, when Dr Annique
Theron claimed it soothed away her baby's colic. After that, researchers
began considering and exploring the vast benefits of the Rooibos herb.
Recent studies have shown that using skin care products that include
Rooibos as the main ingredient not only revitalises the skin, but also slows
the ageing process. One of the main properties of Rooibos is zinc, which
is believed to smooth and refine wrinkles making it the ideal ingredient to
use in modern anti-ageing products.
Rooibos also has the ability to dramatically ease the redness
and discomfort associated with severe acne, and to relieve the
pain and irritation caused by skin conditions such as eczema,
psoriasis or dermatitis. No wonder it has often been
referred to as the `wonder herb'.
Rooibos-inspired skincare ranges are perfectly
suitable for people with sensitive skins too, as it
contains no harmful chemicals or preservatives,
so there is no risk of increased skin irritation or
painful outbreaks.
As one of the leading lifestyle and
cosmeceutical brands, Annique utilises
and embraces the restorative powers of
Rooibos by developing skincare and body-
care ranges inspired by the therapeutic
Rooibos herb. Unlike many other products
that contain toxic and artificial ingredients
that could be harmful to pregnant or
breastfeeding mothers and their children,
Rooibos is completely safe to use with no
known disadvantages or side effects.
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| September 2016