Grapes are good for us, we all know this. Consistent consumption has been linked to a decrease in the risks of heart disease, some types of cancers and viruses. But not only are they great for our insides, they are now a staple in many spa treatments.
In less than 10 years, vinotherapy has become a celebrated development in the spa industries of Europe, South Africa and South America. Now, wine spas are gaining momentum in the US and Canada.
Wine grapes contain natural antioxidants, polyphenols, which exfoliate, detoxify and soften and repair damaged skin.
Resveratrol is a type of polyphenol found in the skin of the grape. Red and purple grapes have significantly more resveratrol than green grapes. This is because red and purple grapes are fermented longer with the grape skins. Grape seeds have strong anti-aging properties that fight damaging compounds in the skin called free radicals.
If you are looking for a more do-it-yourself grape beauty routine, grape seed oil is a natural skin care treatment and is easy to find and very affordable.
Grape seed oil contains essential fatty acids similar to those that combine to create the skin’s sebum, a naturally lubricating and protecting fatty substance. Some other benefits of using grape seed oil are:
- It is a natural moisturizer, replacing the skin’s sebum removed during your cleansing routine
- Locks that moisture in and keeps toxins out of the pores
- Prevents and repairs free radical damage (perfect as an under-eye treatment)
- Can aid in the repair of stretch marks
For great at-home treatments be sure to check out The Grapeseed Company for high quality, grape seed oil products.
Have you tried a grape spa treatment or do you use grape seed oil in your beauty routine? Let us know what your favorite treatments are…….
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