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The Pumpkin Peel offers antioxidants and enzymes that act like Alpha-Hydroxy acids. But rather than just stripping the skin of unwanted materials, the pumpkin replenishes with nutrients. Pumpkin reportedly contains more than 100 beneficial nutrients, which may be used to help reverse the signs of aging. Pumpkin is loaded with the very important antioxidants, Beta-Carotene and Vitamin C, which have been shown to promote smoother, younger looking skin by increasing the rate of cell renewal.
Components of Raw Pumpkin:
- Salicylic Acid – Pumpkin has one of the highest natural concentration of salicylic acid of any plant.
- Carbohydrate/Fiber – Natural thickening establish the base for proper distribution of essential ingredients to the skin.
- Potassium – Bio-element, important role in the genesis and correction of imbalances of acid/base metabolism resulting from chemical peels.
- Vitamin A – Promotes the growth and health of cells and tissue.
- Vitamin C – A powerful anti-oxidant which directly stimulates the production of collagen and elastin.
This is only a partial list of the over a hundred nutrients found in pumpkin that helps skin to replenish itself.
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