Blackcurrant
The blackcurrant plant is native to northern parts of Europe and Asia. Its berries are a very dark purple and contain seeds. Blackcurrant is a source of vitamins, with the most significant one being vitamin C. When compared with blueberries, blackcurrant has 18 times the amount of Vitamin C and double the amount of antioxidants. Blackcurrant seed oil is derived from the seeds of blackcurrant. The oil contains high amount of Omega-3 and Omega-6 fatty acids.
Skin benefits:
- Reduces inflammation and redness
- Lessens the acne breakout
- Increases skin’s elasticity
- Decelerates the aging process
- Nourishes skin
- Prevents skin from conditions such as eczema and dermatitis
Hair benefits:
- Moisturizes hair
- Nourishes hair
- Prevents hair loss
- Could help with hair growth
- Repairs split-ends
