On days when you’re racing out of the shower making a beeline to your car with a half-eaten banana in hand for nourishment, the last thing on your mind is moisturizing your extremities—that is, until you step into the office and notice your legs are ashy (plus, there’s something so unsatisfying about gooping on cream over dehydrated skin). This is why body scrubs are pretty much the best in-shower invention ever. Not only do they smell heavenly and awaken your senses, but they also slough off the dead skin that makes you flaky. But they also moisturize while doing all that — leaving you with smooth, supple, and glowing skin, eliminating the need for body lotions or creams.

The key is to use a body scrub with the perfect ratio of scrubbing agents and powerful moisturizing oils that penetrate skin but also keep you hydrated on the surface without overgreasing. Here are five that have perfected the formula so you can run out of your house like a maniac without looking parched.

1. OSEA Malibu Salts of the Earth Body Scrub

This delightful earth-rich scrub is made with a trio of salts—Bolivian rose, Dead Sea, and Himalayan pink—and glides on coarsely (in a good way) to polish off the dulling dead skin cells. Shea butter, which contains loads of essential fatty acids, adds a ton of moisture to skin and acai and babassu oils condition skin for hours and hours. The best part is the oils absorb quickly, which means you won’t be adding a trail of grease all over your car seats, but keeps your skin radiant all day long.

2. Herbivore Coco Rose Body Polish

Coco Rose Body Polish sloughs off the flakes with perfectly sized salts, which paves way for virgin coconut oil to  moisturize skin as deeply as possible. When you’re inside the shower, you feel like you’re walking through a luscious garden thanks to the delightful scent of Moroccan rose. Use it once and your skin instantly feels petal-soft and looks as healthy as ever.

3. Earth Tu Face Dead Sea Salt Scrub

Earth Tu Face uses pure sea salt to exfoliate your body and stimulate circulation of the lymphatic system, which is majorly detoxifying and known to help minimize cellulite. The organic safflower and jojoba oils (the latter is texturally similar to skin’s natural sebum) drench the driest of skin with softening hydration, while bergamot, lemon, and basil oils put you in a good mood. Use this scrub to focus on your knees and elbows, two areas that need the most quenching.

4. SpaRitual Close Your Eyes Sugar Scrub

This scrub consists of certified-organic sugar crystals that feel less gritty than the salt options if that’s what you prefer. Sunflower and safflower oils rush in to provide all-day moisture and leaves your skin with a dewy glow even when it’s been ravaged with heat, sun, and indoor AC.

5. AFRICAN BOTANICS Marula African Muti Mud Body Scrub

This super-purifying scrub is perfect for days you also want to feel extra cleansed on top of balanced, plump-up skin. Fine lava crystals help remove dead skin cells and essential minerals from Africa’s ancient volcanic lava formations improve overall skin texture and tone. Then comes in kaolin and bentonite clays to sweep out the dirt from our skin, while super-moisturizing oils, such as marula, baobab, and avocado, keep your skin hydrated like you’ve been slathering on lotion.

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Just when we thought green juice was the answer to all our wellness conundrums, adaptogens raided our pantries with full force (especially over the last few years thanks to devotees like Amanda Chantal Bacon of Moon Juice). Adaptogens—mushrooms, herbs, and plant extracts used in Chinese and Ayurvedic medicine to tackle a spectrum of ailments, anxiety, and fatigue—are widely heralded as nature’s way to melt away stress (or least prevent you from exploding into a blind rage in traffic). And now, adaptogens are finding their way into skin care.

Merriam-Webster defines adaptogens as plant extracts that “increase the body’s ability to resist the damaging effects of stress and promote or restore normal physiological functioning.” In simple terms, adaptogens help your body respond to stress. Because of this, adaptogens have been largely heralded as an indirect conduit to good skin: eat adaptogens to decrease stress to decrease the hormone cortisol, which then lessens acne, dullness, sensitivity, and flare-ups. (Moon Juice’s Beauty Dust includes goji berry, schisandra berry, and ashwagandha root “expand your beauty, luster, and glow from within.”)

This makes sense. Although they haven’t been signed off by the FDA, adaptogens might very well be key to your relaxation efforts. A 2017 study published in Current Clinical Pharmacology demonstrated that rhodiola may be able to reduce fatigue. And in an older 2012 study published in the Indian Journal of Psychological Medicine, researchers found that ashwagandha can “substantially reduce” cortisol levels.

These days, while consuming adaptogens holds lots of promise for healing skin from within, more and more skincare companies are also including adaptogens directly into their topical treatments.

According to these skincare brands, applying adaptogens on your skin can help everything from inflammation to anti-aging. Let’s take a look, shall we?

Maca Root: Amala Rejuvenate Advanced Firming Concentrate

Amala’s anti-aging serum features peptides from adaptogen maca root, which they say helps even out skin tone and stimulate cell turnover (remember: newer cells on the surface engenders firmer, healthy-looking skin). Maca root is supported by a host of other plant peptides along with vitamin C to help stimulate collagen production, smooth out fine lines and wrinkles, and brighten skin tone. The results of this concentrate are impressive: in just four weeks, 100% participants saw considerably firmer skin and 90% showed a significant decrease in wrinkle depth (according to a study conducted by a third party). Damn!

Goji Berry: Pangea Organics Facial Mask

Pangea’s facial mask includes adaptogen goji berry, which contains skin-essential minerals that help firm and plump skin, amino acids to add hydration, and a high concentration of antioxidant vitamin C to reduce dark spots and stimulate collagen production. Goji berry is paired with matcha tea along with seaweed and natural clays to detox, nourish and protect skin.

Reishi Mushroom: Red Flower Nature Lymphatic Phytopower Sea Cleanser and Masque

Red Flower includes adaptogen reishi mushroom extract to fight signs of aging, as the fungus is known to be antioxidant and anti-inflammatory. Reishi mushroom extract also helps skin maintain a healthy balance of hydration to smooth out lines and soften texture, all while encouraging regeneration of cells. This cleanser/masque also contains a trio of citrus oils (lemon, tangerine, and grapefruit) to tighten and brighten skin as well as aloe vera to soothe skin.

Gotu Kola: Annmarie Anti-Aging Facial Oil

Annmarie Gianni’s eponymous skincare line is most known for its wild-harvested ingredients. Their Anti-Aging Facial Oil contains adaptogen gotu kola, which they believe can help tighten, firm, and preserve the youthful look of skin. Their gotu kola is cold-pressed in a way that doesn’t compromise the activity and concentration of the nutrients. This oil also contains jojoba and chia seed oils for extreme hydration and protection from aging factors like the sun and pollution.

Ashwagandha: Annmarie Herbal Facial Oil for Oily Skin

Annmarie adds adaptogen ashwagandha to the Herbal Facial Oil for Oily Skin for its cleansing properties. Apparently there are special compounds called withanolides in the extract that cleanse pore-clogging impurities. Ashwagandha is also praised for its moisturizing, antioxidant, and anti-aging properties, which helps restore balance in the skin barrier and protect it from environmental stressors. This delightful formula also contains white willow bark, neem, black cumin seed oil, hazelnut oil, all of which heroically aids in eliminating bacteria and purifying pores.

It’s hard to decidedly know if you’re better off mixing adaptogens into your golden milk latte than letting your skin drink them up. But like many things from nature (looking at you, green tea), adaptogens may benefit your body from both sipping and slathering. These adaptogens are credited with hydrating, quelling inflammation, renewing skin, or protecting from free radicals and alleviating your tension. Sounds like the perfect inside-out solution to help your skin destress.

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Despite all the effort you put into washing and conditioning your hair, you might not be doing enough if you’re not exfoliating the home in which your strands take residence: your scalp.

Scalp exfoliators, which function pretty much like their facial counterparts, work by deeply cleansing, dissolving, or sloughing off dead skin cells to provide the optimal environment conducive to shiny, bouncy, and healthy locks.

Think of your scalp as your face, and your hair follicles as your pores. Now think of how much exfoliating makes a difference to your face after a single session (so smooth! so bright!)—and the fact that you see all those beautiful effects even though you already cleanse your face with direct contact every day. So imagine how much gunk accumulates on your scalp (a.k.a. the extension of your face covered in hair and therefore hard to reach). Yikes! Oh, and you can multiply that if you tend to layer on dry shampoo or wash infrequently.

Your scalp is also vulnerable to excess oil, acne, clogging, and dead skin buildup, all of which might cause flat, lifeless strands, hair thinning, or in extreme cases, bald spots. And of course there’s dandruff and even fungus or yeast. By giving your scalp some exfoliating action, your scalp will be purified and fresh, your dead skin cells will make way for the healthy ones, and your follicles will be in their best state to grow a prettier mane. Plus, you put your head in prime shape to absorb all the other wonderful foamy nutrients you add as you suds up.

If you’re curious about how much more potential your hair has to reach peak Blake Lively status, try these natural scalp exfoliators:

1. Intelligent Nutrients PurePlenty Exfoliating Shampoo

If you don’t feel like adding another step to your shower routine, use this herbal-scented shampoo once or twice a week to infuse your scalp with nettle, which helps clear the follicles, as well as ajuga plant stem cells and saw palmetto, which are known to inhibit DHT (a type of hormone linked to hair loss). This delicious formula also contains plant-based oils with antimicrobial and antibacterial properties, like the almighty black cumin. Oh, and the bottle comes equipped with a pointy applicator so you can get the good stuff directly on your scalp where the ingredients need to be. This formula brings a whole new meaning to clear-headedness.

2. John Masters Deep Scalp Follicle Treatment Volumizer

Clean scalp and shiny volumized hair? Uh, yes. This treatment contains a blend of 17 certified-organic herbs and essential oils to clear out the debris on your scalp, dissolve oil buildup in the hair roots, and pave way for beautiful hair. This formula features the ever-so-stimulating thyme, Irish moss to detoxify, and soy proteins to help strengthen hair. Just wash and condition as usual, then spray this on your head while your strands are still damp.

3. Briogeo Scalp Revival Charcoal + Tea Tree Scalp Treatment

This leave-in treatment harnesses the power of Japanese Binchotan charcoal to naturally draw out follicle-clogging impurities and sweep away the debris from your scalp, clearing the path for the powerful hair vitamin biotin to help your tresses grow fuller and healthier. If you’re feeling itchy, this formula soothes you with its super-refreshing peppermint, tea tree, and spearmint oils while witch hazel helps control an overflow of oil production. And don’t be afraid of being too squeaky clean—the sodium hyaluronate and aloe vera add a good amount of balanced hydration. You can use this after your shower (and go about your day delighted knowing your scalp is getting clean!).

2 DIY Ingredients to Make Your Own Scalp Exfoliator

If you prefer to alchemize your own scalp exfoliator, add these ingredients prized for their gunk-eliminating properties to your regular shampoo and make sure your directly massage the concoction into your scalp:

Activated Charcoal

Wellness folks are still going nuts over activated charcoal’s near-mystical ability to pull dirt, grime, and excess oil out of skin (without damaging the fresh, young-looking skin we prefer to stay intact). Add a teaspoon to your ‘poo and don’t be scared of your shower turning black for sec — the stuff comes right off with a splash of water. Try this one from Starwest Botanicals.

Organic White Willow Bark Extract

A common ingredient in acne treatments, white willow bark extract is also found in scalp exfoliators thanks to its ability to penetrate skin and clear it out. Unfortunately, many formulas with willow bark also contain other chemicals like PEGs, so your best bet is to nab your own (like this one from Mountain Rose Herbs) and add a few drops to your scalp prior to washing.

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Justine Serebin, master reiki healer and owner of Earth Altar Studio in the Eagle Rock neighborhood of Los Angeles, makes people beautiful: She paints on gorgeous tattoos (coupled with tarot cards and intuitive energy readings) and even provides cosmetic tattoos (like eyebrow microblading, which is the process of adding feathery semi-permanent ink strokes to your arches to enhance their shape and fullness).

There are also piercings, laser hair removal, and micropigmentation to add natural-looking freckles. But this is no space of vanity — you’re more likely to leave Earth Altar cosmically at peace than ready to show off your new art on Instagram, and that’s what makes customers go crazy about this place. We talked to Serebin about how she’s incorporated her beliefs into her business and how she always maintains health, wellness, and beauty all in one sacred space.

EcoSalon: Tell us about Earth Altar Studio! How does it offer something different to the healthy, conscious customer? What is the ultimate benefit for your customer?

Justine Serebin: Most people who walk in to our studio don’t realize we do tattoos because the space looks light, bright, and airy. Succulents, crystals and sage bundles line the waiting room. It smells good, feels peaceful, and has fun music playing. We offer tea and raw foraged water to everyone and strive to make everyone feel at home here. We are your one-stop shop for all things tattoo, and body enhancement and wellness. We are artists, professionals, have medical backgrounds, and have a full-bodied understanding of how all tattooing procedures work. We tailor our services to each client to bring out the best and most beautiful results. We offer laser hair removal by our RN Cheryllynn Ponce and full-body piercing by licensed medical professional Mickey. Taylor Epstein is our yoga, reiki, and meditation specialist who is also an RN. We have a microblading specialist and cosmetic tattooer, Vickie Chiang, and a few tattoo artists, Melissa Martell and Taylor Eacuello, both of whom I have taught to tattoo. We also have tattoo artist and comic book artist, Zachariah Roane, who has about 10 years’ experience. We are pretty much a female-run shop and are here to help, create, and make the most impossible dreams you can think of, a reality.

ES: What inspired you to combine the metaphysical with the art of tattooing?

JS: Truly, they both go hand in hand to me — right from the beginning. It started with one of my first visions when I was learning to meditate ten years ago. I saw myself sitting on a beautiful wood-floored studio overlooking the ocean. I was tattooing a woman’s back and something about it was healing her. At that time, I didn’t know really anything around tattooing or healing. It felt like it was my calling and I’ve spent the last ten years chasing this vision, trying to put all the pieces together.

ES: Why was it important to you to incorporate crystals into a space that involves cosmetic procedures? How can someone incorporate them in their own lives?

JS: Crystals and stones are like little fairy helpers that we can keep in our pockets. Who doesn’t want a little fairy helper to hold your hand when your getting your lip color tattooed on? Just joking, but kinda not! Crystals can be healing, energizing, peaceful and you can actually program them to “work” for you. If you are feeling nervous and are filled with anxiety, grab some clear quartz, clear with sage, and program your deepest intention into the crystal, whisper your wish into it, and hold it close to you. Trust, believe, and have fun with it. To me they are beautiful, and they make my giddy and so happy to be around so I filled my shop with them.

ES: Tell us about what reiki healing is and how it’s helped your customers during the tattoo decision-making and creation process.

JS: Reiki is an ancient form of feeling, seeing, and moving energy throughout the body, cultivating it, and checking in with the subtle body to heal, feel better, and become more energized and empowered. It is a healing modality that may be used before, during, or after a session or treatment to bring a sense of balance and wellbeing. Some procedures like acupuncture can activate places in the body where we store old emotional wounds, blocks, or just plain fear. If we notice these subtle bursts of energy coming to the surface, reiki is recommended to help soothe, ease, and clear the heavy stuff that comes up. Reiki can be used during a consultation appointment as a way to prepare for your procedure, mental and emotionally, whether it’s cosmetic, medical, or a custom tattoo. The intuitive tattoos are a more elaborate, intensive version of regular reiki but use the basic principles to heal and transmute energy.

ES: For many people, the tattoo process goes something like this: They find a photo or symbol of something that’s meaningful to them, take it to an artist, and get it tattooed on. Do you find anything missing from this typical tattooing process?

JS: Well, there’s nothing wrong with this method, and we do accommodate tattoos like this — although our artists believe that original designs that are customized are best because we don’t want to steal artwork from other artists from the Internet, especially Instagram and Pinterest. It’s such a small community and we really want every artist to do their best work and thrive.

Personally, my style, strength, and passion for tattooing is abstract symbolism representative of meaningful intention to activate awakening, transformation, and personal evolution. Sometimes, one may know that they want a meaningful tattoo but don’t know what design they want. That’s the little sweet spot where my work fits in. I feel like each intuitive design I tattoo is essentially a gift, a very unique code that only they know the true meaning of. Anyone who looks at it may appreciate its shape, structure, and colors but the true power is hidden and safe, kept secret just for the wearer to know and contemplate and use as a power symbol.

ES: Why do you think people sometimes remove or regret their tattoos? Is it the lack of intention? Not clearing the negativity?

JS: I find that most are disappointed because they didn’t feel safe to communicate with their artist about the artwork prior to getting tattooed. This is so important to me and I always practice the clearest communication possible prior to starting a tattoo. I double and triple check with my clients to make sure they are sure and happy with the artwork; if not, we alter it or postpone our appointment. It rarely happens, but it’s always the safer option. I think the other reason people remove tattoos is because they rush into it. Impulsiveness with something so permanent can lead to a negative experience, which it why we are primarily an appointment-only shop. Intentional living is at our core and that takes a little time to sit with and create inside of ourselves.

ES: How does the intuitive Tarot card reading guide or inform the tattooing process?

JS: The cards I created are like a thermometer reading or window through which I can see a clean view into what my client is going through. It opens deep, honest conversation, and draws out and brings light to areas of their life that they may be withholding, withdrawing, or unconscious of. Through our collaborative exploration of deciphering the meaning of the cards I begin to see imagery, visions, and energy blocks that need activation. Then I begin to see and create a visual language through symbols on a specific area of the body. The design is drawn with a single use pen so that my client can view the intuitive image and edit with me to their liking. Then the actual tattoo process begins.

ES: Why is sage such an important part of your sacred intuitive tattoos?

JS: Sage is a powerful cleansing herb that we use to clean our studio with daily. I also use it to clean each crystal or stone before we program them with intentions for the tattoo process. I attach one of my needles to a saged, medically cleaned, and cosmically charged crystal to tattoo with, as I don’t want any stale vibes to be transferred into my clients energy field.

ES: Your business also offers cosmetic tattooing, like microblading and adding beauty marks. How do you think outer appearance affects people on the inside?

JS: We, our souls, live inside of this Earth form, our bodies. It is dense and difficult for us to dwell in, and often there is deep disconnect between our bodies and souls. I believe our souls are grand, expansive, glittery, iridescent, magical, and angelic. To be as limited as we are as humans (and not flying cosmic balls of magic light dust) with our thinning hair, or hair overgrowth, skin problems, and discolorations, blah blah blah, we do have these forms for a reason, and I believe that reason is to create! To create anything we desire, to be, look, and feel anyway we want to. Our services like cosmetic and medical tattooing and laser hair removal make life easier in many ways for us to free ourselves from this limited, imperfect form. The procedures simplify our daily tasks, minimize our routines, and help make room in our lives and minds for the things that truly matter to us. Imagine how much time you could save if you didn’t have to do your makeup in the morning, or shave your body hair, you could use that time to dream a little longer, or create something, or do something you love! These services, even regular custom tattoos, help bring the inner soul self closer to the skin surface, hence making our bodies our Earth Altars.

ES: How do you incorporate the concept—and implementation—of wellness into your business?

JS: The foundation of Earth Altar Studio is rooted in the desire to be a sacred, cosmic vortex of love, healing, creativity, and transformation. The details of the studio bring this to life: Our water is raw and foraged from Opal Springs, Oregon, and our teas are organic loose-leaf blends with intention and herbal healing qualities. The studio uses recycled and biodegradable products wherever possible and we try to keep our footprint as low as possible. We have yoga mats and a trampoline in the patio to keep our artists’ blood flowing and invite our guests to enjoy their tea in our outdoor space to connect with the elements before their sessions. Every detail, event, and procedure has intention and love behind it.

ES: What daily habits do you have to ensure there is health and wellness in your life?

JS: My daily ritual is always evolving. It is a practice of focusing and feeling for the highest vibration. Meditating and evoking visions of the dreamiest life imaginable. Soaking in the joy helps me feel calm and happy throughout the day and ready to take on the challenges of running the business and taking good care of my clients.

ES: What’s your average morning like?

JS: My mornings begin when I place my feet on the ground, sending love to my body and gratitude to my life. I make lemon tea and soak in the sun. Then yoga, self reiki, reading, and journaling. It’s extremely important to me to be as balanced and grounded as possible before I step foot in the studio. These little rituals I do daily help me to be a clear and focused channel for my intuitive work.

ES: What’s your favorite wellness food and beverage?

JS: I love smoothie bowls! They can be such beautiful works of art — colorful and so rich with flavor and nourishing ingredients.

ES: What’s the best piece of health or wellness advice you’ve ever received? From who?

JS: My soul sister and our yoga/reiki specialist Taylor Epstein told me the other day to ask daily for divine intervention and guidance in all that I do and in each word I speak. To allow for a moment of pause and reflection before responding to a question and allow the divine, higher self to speak through me, always. This concept is so powerful and the ultimate practice of intentional mindfulness for me.

ES: What are the words you live by?

JS: Follow your bliss, trust your intuition, and believe that you can manifest anything you desire!

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If there were a Hall of Fame for natural ingredients, carrot, rosehip, and sea buckthorn would be like Louis Armstrong — inducted early and forever cherished. But thanks to the ever-curious, plant-loving whizzes in anti-aging skincare these days, there are plenty of other botanical ingredients out there that deserve just as much hype.

From fading brown spots to repairing DNA, check out the new skin transformers in town and why they’re worth making room for.

1. Nettle Leaf

If you’re gung-ho about aging gracefully and preventing premature fine lines and sagging, getting vitamins A and C inside and onto your body is non-negotiable. Vitamin A is treasured for its ability to encourage healthy skin cell production, while vitamin C protects from environmental damage. Nettle leaf is ultra-rich in both, making it a superstar nemesis against wrinkles.

But that’s not all. “Along with the most optimal ratios of skin-beautifying vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants, nettle delivers one of the highest percentages of naturally occurring silica. Silica is incredible for increasing skin firmness and elasticity. It is called ‘nature’s Band-Aid’ because it binds the underlying cellular structure together,” April Gargiulo, founder of Vintner’s Daughter, tells EcoSalon. The glowing skincare expert also notes that nettle is one of the most nutrient-dense botanicals in the world, “so much so that in ancient times it was called ‘the food of life.’”

Find it in: Vintner’s Daughter Active Botanical Serum

2. Dioscorea Batatas Root Extract

Dioscorea Batatas, also known as Chinese Yam or “fairy food,” has been used for thousands of years in traditional Chinese medicine for its antioxidant activity (in other words, its ability to protect the body from environmental aggressors like pollution and UV rays). Oh, and if you happen to be looking for a way to add a bit of metaphysics to your skincare ritual, get this: Many people refer to Dioscorea Batatas as “The Root of Light,” as they believe the fleshy portion of the yam carries a light source that can be transferred to people, which then delivers energetic qualities that can support physical and spiritual health. Whether or not you believe it, you will believe your eyes once you see your newly perfected skin.

Find it in: Kjaer Weis Beautiful Oil

3. Yangu Oil

Also called Cape Chestnut, yangu is gathered and pressed for its precious oil by the locals, the Maasai of Africa. The oil is so effective at protecting skin from the sun (the top cause of premature aging) that the elderly Maasai enjoy smooth, glowing, and firm skin even though they hang out under the sun for hours every day. This is thanks to yangu oil’s rich content of protective antioxidants and essential fatty acids, which help keep skin hydrated, plump, soft, and elastic.

Find it in: May Lindstrom Blue Cocoon

4. Kigelia Africana Fruit Extract

This triple-threat ingredient is a godsend if you haven’t bid farewell to breakouts after your angsty teenage years—and it’s not only because of its bacteria-fighting properties. Kigelia extract is also anti-aging and calming, meaning you don’t have to sacrifice your wrinkle-fighting endeavors—even if your skin is sensitive and easily prone to irritation.

“It’s vital to protect your delicate skin barrier no matter what concern you’re trying to address,” says Jene Roestorf, founder of Luxe Botanics. “Many people, especially those with sensitive skin, harm their skin when they slather on harsh anti-acne ingredients. Kigelia is an exotic botanical from Malawi, which not only prevents and minimizes breakouts because of natural anti-inflammatory and antibacterial properties, but nourishes, soothes, and strengthens skin with its miraculous DNA-repairing powers.”

Find it in: Luxe Botanics Kigelia Clarifying Serum

5. Hibiscus

You can’t seek a natural anti-aging solution and ignore something called “nature’s Botox plant,” right?! Like many botanical extracts, hibiscus protects skin from free radical damage, while firming and lifting. But on top of that, the mighty flower reduces appearance of pores, speeds up cell turnover, and prevents and minimizes blemishes because it contains alpha-hydroxy acid (AHAs). AHAs are chemical compounds that occur naturally in fruits, sugar cane, and milk. When applied topically, AHAs dissolve dead skin cells, which means you get clarified pores and smooth skin.

Find it in: Mahalo Pele Mask

6. Scarlet Pimpernel

Bleaching agents: ew. Vitamin C in the form of L-ascorbic acid: ouch. If dark spots and damage from over-sunning are your main skin concern, get all over scarlet pimpernel, which is celebrated for its ability to help lighten and brighten skin. It’s also known to soothe and calm skin (so even sensitive-skinned folks can get in on it)!

7. Red Clover

Red clover is prized for all its antioxidants, including the ultimate brightener vitamin C, but it’s really a winner because it also cleanses skin and stimulates the lymphatic system, which drains out toxins. The end result is clear, decongested, and luminous skin.

Find the above two in: Laurel Whole Plant Organics Sun Damage Repair Facial Serum 

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