Exotic skin and hair care
Mango is an exotic fruit for us, but at the same time it is becoming more and more available in our country. We associate it with sweetness and a beautiful smell, but apart from these qualities it has a positive effect on our hair and skin!
A bit of history…
The country where the mango comes from is India. It is considered the "fruit of the gods" and has been known for almost 5 thousand years. Its "divinity" is associated with Hindu beliefs, according to which the mango is a symbol of divine messengers who feed on the scent of flowers and trees and the goddess Lakshmi, also known as lotus beauty.
Today, mangoes are cultivated on all continents and come in over 1,000 species. The trees on which these juicy fruits grow can reach heights of up to 30 meters!
Vitamin bomb
An inconspicuous fruit, which we rather occasionally add to salads, cocktails, cakes or desserts, is a rich dose of vitamins such as: A, C, E, PP or B, as well as nutrients such as carotenes (including beta-carotene), calcium and magnesium. Mango is also a source of fiber, which supports our intestines. The advantage of this exotic fruit is undoubtedly its low calorific value. There are only 60 kcal in 100 g. This fruit has a low glycemic index. Therefore, it is worth including it in your diet, it is an excellent naturally sweet alternative to a caloric dessert.
Mango in cosmetics
In the cosmetics industry, we can increasingly find products containing mango oils and extracts. This fruit has many antioxidants that have a positive effect on our appearance, and also fight excess free radicals, helping to slow down the aging process. It is no wonder that more and more cosmetics manufacturers see the potential in this "fruit of youth". Not only its pulp is worth attention, but also the seed, or more precisely the oil pressed from it. It has emollient, soothing and elasticizing properties. Mango also works well as an ingredient in hair care products. The content of this fruit extract has a positive effect on hydration, regeneration, and also gives softness and shine to the strands.
Mango Revolution by Sattva Ayurveda
The SATTVA offer includes, among others, a moisturizing mango hair shampoo . Due to its gentle cleansing action on the scalp and hair, it is ideal for everyday care. In addition, it is very easy to rinse off. After washing, the hair will be less electrified, it will become soft and silky shiny.
In addition to cleansing, it is worth taking care of nourishing our hair. In this area, the Sattva Ayurveda brand offers a dedicated conditioner containing extracts of mango , aloe and hibiscus milk. This combination creates an ideal moisturizing balm for hair. The conditioner will work for all hair types and will provide smoothing and proper weighting. In order for the valuable ingredients of the product to nourish the deeper structures of your hair, remember to leave the conditioner on the hair for about 5 minutes, and ideally additionally comb it into the hair with a comb or brush. This will allow for more precise distribution of the product.
In addition to proper hair and scalp care, it is also worth taking care of the body. While on the subject of mango, butter produced by crushing the seed of the fruit , from which the oil is extracted, is ideal here. It is a rich source of oleic and stearic acid. The first of them protects the epidermis from water loss, creating a protective layer on its surface. Stearic acid, on the other hand, is useful in rebuilding the skin's lipid barrier.
Additionally SATTVA mango balm , thanks to the content of vitamins with antioxidant action, perfectly regenerates, supports the fight against discoloration, stretch marks or cellulite and provides the skin with a natural glow. That's not all! Mango butter also contains polyphenols that stimulate skin repair processes, and is also considered a natural sunscreen that protects our skin from harmful UV radiation. It is one of the ingredients of the body balm from Sattva Ayurveda.
In addition to supporting the condition of the skin, the products of this brand also provide a fragrance experience. Each time after using them, our body is enveloped in the juicy, sweet and natural scent of mango fruit.
Many of us experience dry and rough skin after winter frosts. Cosmetics containing mango are ideal for nourishing and regenerating the body, scalp and hair. It is worth including this fruit in your daily care, both externally in the form of cosmetics, and internally, enjoying its delicious taste not only occasionally.