Healing

The vegetable oil of castor is extracted by cold pressing the seeds of the plant Ricinus communis, which is common in the tropical regions of Africa and Asia. Renowned in cosmetics for its nourishing and strengthening properties, its healing action is nevertheless subject to controversy. Let's clarify this together in this article.

Also known as tocopherol, this vitamin is renowned for its antioxidant properties. It neutralises the aggressive action of free radicals on the skin and protects it from external aggressions, such as pollution or UV rays - which accelerate skin ageing. Its healing action, however, is somewhat controversial.

Centella asiatica, also called tiger grass or hydrocotyle, is a herbaceous, semi-aquatic plant that grows in swampy areas. It is mainly found in India, China, Sri Lanka and Indonesia. The plant was formerly used in traditional Ayurvedic medicine and has since been used in various fields such as skin and hair care, mainly for its regenerative properties.