2012 has already had quite a buzz about the hot ingredients in the beauty and health industry. Be sure to keep your eyes and ears open for these popular ingredients which are popping up everywhere and are a great addition to any health and beauty regimen!
Prickly Pear
The Prickly Pear—officially named Opuntia and also referred to as Nopal—is known for it’s medicinal treatments in diabetes, toothache, rheumatism, inflammation, cholesterol, ulcers and gastrointestinal disorders. With essential vitamins—such as A, B1, B2, B3 and C—and several minerals—including calcium, iron, potassium and sodium—Prickly Pear is thought to be a natural detoxifier that supports the liver. Other uses for Prickly Pear include boosting recovery after exercise, treating minor cuts and sunburn, and helping manage adult-onset type 2 diabetes. Read More