Adding to the list of natural skincare ingredients is a lesser-known marvel: the Kokum fruit. Apart from being a common kitchen item, Kokum serves as an excellent emollient that shields the skin from oxidative stress and environmental aggressors, shares Namrata Naik, a Mumbai-based skin expert and National Technical Educator at Biosoft
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Key Highlights
- Adding to the list of natural skincare ingredients is a lesser-known marvel: Kokum
- Rich in vitamins like niacin, riboflavin, it contributes to overall skin health
- Read more to find out how kokum can be used for treating pigmentation and dark spots
Although the current fad over 0-toxin skincare may seem modern, it extends way back in time. For ages, our ancestors have sworn by the use of natural ingredients like turmeric, aloe vera and rice water for skin care.