Queen Elisabeth Cocoa Butter Hand and Body Cream 500 ml

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Some food manufacturers substitute less expensive materials in place of cocoa butter. Several analytical methods exist for testing for diluted cocoa butter. Adulterated cocoa butter is indicated by its lighter color and its diminished fluorescence upon ultraviolet illumination. Unlike cocoa butter, adulterated fat tends to smear and have a higher non-saponifiable content. [12] Pharmaceutical companies use cocoa butter extensively. As a nontoxic solid at room temperature that melts at body temperature, it is considered an ideal base for medicinal suppositories. [17] Personal care [ edit ] The best vitamins for skin include vitamins C, D, and E. People can get many of these vitamins from their diet or by taking supplements. Learn more… READ MORE Cocoa contains several antioxidants called polyphenols, which are a group of plant-derived chemicals with a range of potential health benefits. These polyphenols may have benefits for good skin health, such as reducing inflammation and protecting the skin from sun damage. Liendo, Rigel; Padilla, Fanny C.; Quintana, Agricia (November 1997). "Characterization of cocoa butter extracted from Criollo cultivars of Theobroma cacao L.". Food Research International. 30 (9): 727–731. doi: 10.1016/S0963-9969(98)00025-8. PMID 11048595.

There are a range of home remedies for dry skin available, including coconut and other oils, oatmeal, and honey. Which ones are effective and how… READ MORE In more recent times, researchers have found that cocoa has several healthful properties, including anti-inflammatory and antioxidant effects. Pure cocoa butter is edible. However, it contains a mixture of monounsaturated and saturated fats and few nutrients. Scapagnini, G. et al. (2014). Cocoa bioactive compounds: Significance and potential for the maintenance of skin health.One review reports that several studies failed to find any evidence that cocoa butter prevents stretch marks during pregnancy. They add that there is also no evidence that any topical cream prevents stretch marks. So far, I’ve noticed that my dry patches are clearing up and my skin has been getting brighter day by day. I can’t wait to see what will happen if I keep using this lotion long enough! Van Pee, Walter M.; Boni, Luc E.; Foma, Mazibo N.; Hendrikx, Achiel (1981). "Fatty acid composition and characteristics of the kernel fat of different mango ( Mangifera indica) varieties". Journal of the Science of Food and Agriculture. 32 (5): 485–488. doi: 10.1002/jsfa.2740320510. People have used cocoa butter for its health benefits for hundreds of years. Most studies focus on cocoa powder, which has specific properties that could promote skin health. Little research has looked at whether these benefits extend to cocoa butter. I hesitated before trying this product because I thought it might make my chocolate skin darker – but then a friend convinced me to buy some anyway, saying how much her stretch marks had improved after using it consistently for only two weeks!

Chew, Norma (24 November 2011). "What Are The Benefits of Cocoa Butter?". LiveStrong . Retrieved 20 November 2012.Cocoa butter is a type of fat that comes from the processing of cocoa beans. It is the primary ingredient of chocolate, and many people use it as a topical treatment for its potential skin benefits. The brand offers the moisturizing effects of cocoa butter cream with a lanolin base, and both the ingredients come together to offer the perfect solution for a radiantly smooth and soft skin. The natural skin ingredients ensure a healthy skin which is free of any chance wrinkles or lines. The cream has a non-greasy feel and keeps the skin moisturized, perfect for you if you get out a lot. Some people also use cocoa butter to relieve skin dryness from common skin conditions, such as eczema and psoriasis. While this works for some people, there is no scientific evidence that it will work for everyone. 3. Preventing stretch marks People can eat pure cocoa butter but should not ingest cocoa butter products designed for the skin.