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What is Ghana Cocoa?

Ghana Cocoa is obtained from the Theobroma Cacao Tree from the deciduous and rain forests of Ghana, Africa. Ghana Cocoa has a PH value higher than 6, which makes it antioxidant richer than any other ordinary cocoa. 

Why is it effective for Lip skin?

It has great skin advantages and works towards providing soft, detoxicated, firm, hydrating, and enriching skin. Cocoa components have anti-oxidative, anti-inflammatory, anti-hepatotoxic, antibacterial, antiviral, antiallergic, and cardio-protective properties. Ghana Cocoa is considered a superstar skincare ingredient as it contains all of the nutrients required for the skin's overall health. It contains vitamins, minerals, and phytonutrients that shield the skin from UV rays.Highly rich in Omega 3 (unsaturated fat), which constitutes a fat percentage of 22%, and because of this, it deeply hydrates and forms a protective barrier over the skin to hold in moisture. It has an incredibly strong antioxidant, which aids in healing free radical damage. It increases collagen formation and elasticity, which helps reduce aging signs such as fine lines and wrinkles. It also stimulates blood flow and promotes new cell formation, resulting in hydrated and radiant skin.

How does it function?

Oral & topical formulations of cocoa allow its phytochemicals to modulate critical biochemicals, making it an ideal candidate for various skin benefits ranging from sun damage protection to diminishing aging signs.Skin aging mainly pertains to photo-oxidative damage caused by UV radiation resulting from ROS's phytochemical overproduction. It further induces molecular cascade stimulating inflammation to accelerate physiological aging, which leads to dermal or epidermal cell loss.Bioactive components in cocoa, mainly flavonols, can inhibit cell damage caused by free radicals and disrupt and counterbalance ROS production effectively. It also promotes skin healing, improves dermal blood flow, and regulates immune responses.Another cocoa component, namely polyphenol, positively promotes skin elasticity, firmness, and skin tone when applied topically.The theobromine component of cocoa is known for effectively preventing UV-induced wrinkles, lip line formation, and increasing blood flow in capillaries ( acting as vasodilator-preventing narrowing of wells of arteries and veins), providing skin flushing and radiation.