Pearls
Pearls have long been valued as a decorative embellishment, but they have also been prized for their ability to condition and perfect the skin. Nutrient-rich powder from ground pearls was used for a facial treatment in Egypt, China and Japan.
Science
Pearls act as a potent antioxidant, helping to fight free radical damage. Pearl also contains polysaccharides, 17 amino acids, minerals and proteins, including conchioline, which helps protect skin from the yellowing or browning that comes with age.
History
Treatment of pearls include crushing the pearl into powder to be taken with tea, or mixed with water for a facial treatment. The Ama, female free divers, would dive up to 30 meters to collect the precious gem.
Provenance
Natural pearls are now such a rarity that x-ray examination is required to positively verify those that are not man-made.
Benefits for Skin
Luster
Pearls are known for their gorgeous shine and radiance, which is why they make perfect skincare ingredients. The luster helps to create a protective barrier that helps nourish the skin while locking in hydration to prevent it from ever feeling dry or tight. Because of its moisturising properties, using pearls as a skincare ingredient helps keep skin more elastic and resistant to wrinkles.
Brightening
Pearls contain certain minerals that can help reduce discoloration on the surface of your skin without any harsh chemical treatments. Using it as part of your regular skincare regimen can help brighten dull-looking complexion with natural spices such as magnesium and calcium carbonate, iron oxide, and titanium dioxide.
Anti-Aging
As a natural antioxidant, pearls have long been used as an anti-aging agent since ancient times due to their ability to defend against environmental aggressors. They also provide anti-wrinkle benefits by slowing down the production of elastin and collagen in the dermis layer of skin, keeping you looking younger for longer. Pearl powder has been found to improve the overall look print sturdiness of the facial structure and promote smoother lines around age spots with its high dose of Vitamin C.
4. Sun Protection
In addition to fighting free radicals with relevant amino acids, pearl powder has been proven to act as an excellent physical sunscreen with particulate matter materials such as titanium dioxide & zinc oxide infused into its makeup. This way you can protect your skin against ultraviolet light damage without resorting to synthetic sunscreens that often leave behind a white sheen on skin post application
Did You Know
The name “pearl” stems from the Latin perna, meaning leg, after the leg-shaped bivalve from which it originates.
