Watercress is an unsung skin hero. It is packed with skin-nourishing, rejuvenating nutrients. We love Watercress because it enhances collagen III (baby collagen) AND elastin. So we’re over the moon to learn of a Watercress-based beauty oil: Sacred Mama Organics SuperFood Beauty Oil. This oil contains decadently nutritive, organic ingredients. Research studies show these ingredients each support skin rejuvenation.
Sacred Mama Organics SuperFood Beauty Oil has a watercress base.
Sacred Mama Organics SuperFood Beauty Oil is the beauty brainchild of Sacred Mama Organics founder Judy Beserra. This organic oil packs in beauty powerhouses like Pomegranate, Royal Jelly, Abyssinian Seed and Rosehip Oils. The true star of this oil, however, is “baby collagen”-making Watercress.
Watercress is a secret anti-aging weapon.
Wonderful, Wonderful Watercress
Sacred Mama Organics SuperFood Beauty Oil is a non-comedogenic Watercress-based oil. It is suitable for daily use and beauty emergencies.
We previously posted exciting skincare research identifying the exact mechanism of the skin resiliency changes that cause rougher skin and overall skin aging. The study cited that Watercress reverses these skin issues by promoting Collagen III production in the dermal cells. Collagen III is known as baby collagen because it is plentiful at birth but diminishes with age. Collagen III must regenerate in the dermal cells of the papillary dermis skin layer to reverse signs of aging. [1] Watercress can do this.
Watercress also contains many skin-enhancing nutrients. One example is copper. Copper builds both collagen and elastin.
Elastin gives skin its’ springy, vibrant, youthful bounce. Elastin is as important as collagen, but fewer products address elastin restoration. And even fewer restore the collagen and elastin fibers in the dermal cells.
Watercress is only one of the many skin-enhancing ingredients in this amazing formulation.
Sacred Mama Organics SuperFood Beauty Oil is a lovely clear, pale gold oil
These ingredients are natural, safe and backed by many independent research studies. Let’s take a look.
Ingredient Profile
watercress (Nasturtium Officinale Seed Oil)
Watercress
Watercress is a gentle antioxidant full Vitamins A, C, E, K, and notably, Copper. [2] Watercress is a wonderful inclusion in this formulation because Copper has the rare and amazing ability to restore skin elastin. Elastin gives skin its’ youthful bounce and the ability to spring back.
Watercress supports both dermal cells and enhanced collagen production to make skin firmer and radiant. It specifically encourages collagen III production.
The Vitamin K in Watercress can reduce brown and blue-tinged under eye dark circles caused by leaking capillaries. It is especially effective paired with other actives [3]
Vitamins A and C fight free radicals.
Cannabis Sativa
Cannabis Sativa Seed Oil
Cannabis Sativa Seed Oil is Hemp Oil. Hemp Seed Oil comes from the seeds of the Cannabis sativa plant. Hemp Seed Oil doesn’t contain the same compounds as the plant but has the nutrients and fatty acids.
Hemp Oil is high in Omega-3, 6 and 9 fatty acids. It is also high in Vitamins A, E, and D.
Royal Jelly
Royal Jelly
Royal Jelly is a bee product, the gelatinous substance that feeds the queen bee. It smooths fine lines and wrinkles. It also helps with wound healing [4] and skin repair. [5] This anti-inflammatory anti-oxidant is filled with skin-friendly nutrients.
Studies show Royal Jelly combats sun damage and has the capacity to promote collagen (procollagen type I) production. [6]
Rosehip oil
Rosehip Seed Oil is high in Vitamins A, C, and E, making it ideal for collagen production. [7] Rosehip oil inhibits MMP-1, an enzyme that breaks down collagen. [8]
It provides nutrients, fades acne scars and promotes cell turnover.
Rose Hip Seed Oil is a Vitamin C variant that is both a treatment and a hydrating ingredient. It offers the benefits of Vitamin C and Retinol serums such as lightening dark spots but without causing irritation.
Rosehip oil also has omega-6 and omega-3 fatty acids to soothe and moisturize eczema or dry skin. [9]
Punica Granatum Seed Oil
Pomegranate
Pomegranate seeds deliver impressive collagen-building results. They are packed with antioxidants, minerals, vitamins A, C, K, and E plus folic acid.
Research shows Pomegranate Seed oil holds double its’ weight in water for superior skin hydration. Pomegranate contains three times the antioxidants of wine or green tea. [10]
The polyphenols are antioxidants that protect skin cells from oxidative damage. Other antioxidants reduce inflammation ranging from puffiness to acne and tackle oxidative damage like dark spots and sun damage. It increases skin barrier formation and improves skin hydration.
Omega 5 fatty acid reduces skin inflammation and aids in skin repair for scarring, discoloration, and acne marks.
Calendula Officinalis Flower
Best known as marigold. Calendula flower promotes the regeneration of new tissue and soothes damaged skin.
Crambe Abyssinica Seed Oil
Abyssinian Seed Oil is lightweight and easily absorbed. It contains linoleic acid, the predominant fat in skin cells. Linoleic acid is an omega-6 fatty acid with skin barrier-strengthening, healing, hydrating and anti-inflammatory properties. This forms the lipid barrier that holds moisture in skin cells, which keeps skin hydrated.
Abyssinian Seed Oil uniquely contains ample unsaturated C22 fatty acids, making it highly resistant to oxidation.
olives
Olea Europaea (Olive) Fruit Oil
Olive oil has skin enhancing Omega-3s and polyphenols.
Like Abyssinian Seed Oil, Olive Oil also contains Linoleic acid which has an anti-inflammatory effect.
Olive oil will not clog pores.
Safflower
Carthamus Tinctorius (Safflower) Seed Oil
Safflower Oil is a nourishing and moisturizing oil. It is high in Omegas 3, 6 and 9. These omegas make skin naturally glow!
It hydrates dry skin, soothes irritation and enhances skin texture and appearance.
Safflower Oil delays premature aging tightens and brightens the skin.
Taraxacum Officinale (Dandelion) Leaf Extract
Dandelion Leaf extract stimulates collagen production. These leaves are rich in antioxidants and packed with vitamins A, C, and E.
This extract protects skin against free radical damage and reduces the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles.
Dandelion Leaf Extract also contains Magnesium and zinc to detoxify skin. It’s anti-inflammatory properties calm irritation and puffiness.
Camellia Seed Oil
Camellia Oleifera Seed Oil smooths rough skin patches and repairs the skin barrier.
Camellia
Lime Oil
Citrus Aurantifolia (Lime) Peel Oil
Lime Peel Oil is an antioxidant.
It has skin-toning properties and can fade discoloration.
Lime Peel Oil is particularly effective when used in a formulation with multiple moisturizing buffers, such as this one.
Citrus Aurantium Dulcis (Orange) Peel Oil
Orange Peel has more Vitamin C than the fleshly orange fruit, almost double. It improves collagen production resulting in the reduction of dark spots and wrinkles. It fights free radicals, removes blackheads and acne, and reduces wrinkles.
Orange peel is also an antioxidant that reduces inflammation. The bacteria-fighting and inflammation reduction properties reduce acne without excess skin drying.
A citrus oil with a refreshing or neutralizing scent.
Citrus Paradisi (Grapefruit) Peel Oil
Citrus Paradisi, commonly known as Grapefruit Peel Oil, is high in collagen-producing Vitamin C.
It has antibacterial benefits and studies show it reduces acne.[11]
As with other citrus oils, it is an antioxidant with an uplifting scent.
Mentha Piperita Oil
Piperita Leaf Extract soothes rough & dry skin. It is a variety of Peppermint.
It has both cooling and anesthetic properties to quell skin irritation.
Citrus Aurantium Bergamia (Bergamot) Fruit Oil
Bergamot
Bergamot has anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties. Linalool and carvacrol are compounds in bergamot oil.
Both are excellent anti-inflammatories for skin issues such as acne and skin irritation.[12]
Zingiber Officinale (Ginger) Root Oil
Ginger
Ginger Root Oil is soothing and is a potent antioxidant.
what It Does Not Contain
This list is the entire ingredient list. There are no fillers or junky ingredients. It is a concentrated product. 100% natural. And it is cruelty-free.
Sacred Mama Organics Ingredients
Sacred Mama Organics SuperFood Beauty Oil has quite the ingredient line up, doesn’t it?
Sacred Mama Organics Ingredients
The SuperFood Beauty Oil Experience
Sacred Mama Organics SuperFood Beauty Oil is a non-comedogenic oil suitable for daily use and beauty emergencies.
Consistency
There is a heavier feel to oil out of the dropper, yet feels lightweight on the skin. It absorbs quickly without being sticky or leaving a greasy residue. It leaves a lovely, natural glow on my skin.
There is absolutely no irritation or breakouts from this oil. It is effective for restoring skin after a peel or excess sun exposure.
The oil has a clear, crisp light golden tone with no clouding.
It feels like a decadent treat but is suitable for daily use
Application & Use
Apply after cleansing on slightly damp skin. Just four to six drops moisturized my entire face and throat. Gently massage and press the oil into face, throat, and décolletage. Skin looks dewy snd hydrated.
I love using this oil after an evening facial steam! I love using this oil with my jade roller to encourage the absorption of every last drop.
Sunscreen and makeup do not pill on top of this oil.
Scent
Very mild to no discernible scent within the bottle. Slightly natural and leafy, a bit citrusy. I cannot detect any scent on the dry down.
Package Aesthetic
It comes in sturdy and attractive presentation packaging, most suitable to give as a delightful gift. The packaging also keeps the oil safe in storage.
Delightful packaging suitable for gift-giving
The angled tip dropper to precisely dispense each precious drop with no waste.
Angled tip dropper
about the Brand
Sacred Mama Organics founder Judy Beserra comes from a family of entrepreneurs. Her Dad was a Watercress Farmer. Her Mom, an artist. She taught Judy important natural skin care lessons.
Judy combined her Watercress knowledge with her knowledge and love of organic products to create Sacred Mama Organics. Future Sacred Mama Organics formulas will also use watercress as the base.
The formulation took lots of research and effort, then in 2019 Sacred Mama Organics SuperFood Beauty Oil debuted.
We love this rich yet non-comedogenic restorative oil. It is packed with ingredients that work harmoniously to restore skin. Research shows these ingredients can work wonders for all skin types. It is lightweight on the skin, yet deeply moisturizes rough and dry patches. We will keep you posted as to our skin progress with future Sacred Mama Organics SuperFood Beauty Oil updates.
where to find it
Find Sacred Mama Organics SuperFood Beauty Oil at https://sacredmamaorganics.com/products/superfood-beauty-oil
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References
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- Park HM, Cho MH, Cho Y, Kim SY. Royal jelly increases collagen production in rat skin after ovariectomy. J Med Food. 2012;15(6):568–575. doi:10.1089/jmf.2011.1888
- Park HM, Hwang E, Lee KG, Han SM, Cho Y, Kim SY. Royal jelly protects against ultraviolet B-induced photoaging in human skin fibroblasts via enhancing collagen production. J Med Food. 2011;14(9):899–906. doi:10.1089/jmf.2010.1363
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