Antioxidants are the one of the most important ingredients in today's health and beauty products. Coffeeberry has only recently become available, but has the highest level of antioxidants than any other single ingredient. Intrigued?
What is Coffeeberry?
The product coined "Coffeeberry" comes from the fruit that surrounds the coffee bean. Yep, the same kind of coffee bean we drink (or avoid) every morning. This fruit has not previously been available because it perishes very rapidly. This is why only the seed, or bean, of the coffee bush has been used. An extract derived from the coffee berry has been found to exhibit an antioxidant capacity ten times greater than that of green tea.
The amazing thing about Coffeeberry is the amount of antioxidant power that is packed into the fruit, and therefore the extract. It contains polyphenols (also called phenolic acid) which help to neutralize toxic free-radicals, preserve natural antioxidants in the body, protect the cell membranes and human plasma against damaging oxidants, and reduce the occurrence of oxidative pathologies (such as coronary heart disease, inflammation, and even certain types of cancers). Consumption of polyphenols can even help provide health benefits associated with glucose management and Type 2 Diabetes by maintaining healthy blood glucose levels in the body. Coffeeberry also contains five of the eight rare and essential sugars called monosaccharides which are essential for the proper functioning of the immune system.
When Coffeeberry is applied to the skin, these benefits are transferred to the skin cells directly. The polyphenols work their magic in preventing cellular damage to the skin, which means it can be used as a potent anti-aging power. Sun exposure, pollution, and aging cause the skin to release free radicals, which destroy collagen (the protein that keeps our skin looking plump and lifted). Coffee berry can be used to help prevent future damage by free radicals, but the effects are more than just preventive. Women that were part of the manufacturer's studies saw a 46% improvement in fine lines and wrinkles, a 64% improvement in overall skin smoothness, and a 79% improvement in skin hydration. Coffeeberry enhances the skin tone, diminishes the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles, diminishes skin pigmentation due to sun exposure, and decreases some signs of skin inflammation in as little as three weeks. Research showed that use over a six-week period resulted in even more significant improvements. The natural, exfoliating polyhydroxy acids in Coffeeberry allow us to see immediate improvements.
Products that Contain Coffeeberry
An extract has been formulated from the coffee berry. Predictably, it is called Coffeeberry. It is this extract that is included in the Coffeeberry products produced by RevaléSkin and it is the first time that it has been available in skin products. Adding skin products to your daily regimen that contain antioxidants will help further damage from being done to your skin by the sun, wind, and passage of time, but it may also correct some of the damage that has already been done.
Dr Lisa Benest has been practicing general and cosmetic dermatology in Burbank, California for over 9 years. She can be reached at:
1624 W. Olive Ave #B
Burbank, CA 91506
818-729-9149
www.lisabenestmd.com
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