Saffron
Scientific Name
Crocus Sativus Stigma Extract
More precious by weight than gold, Saffron is derived from the delicate, and enhance overall radiance.
The Science Within
Saffron's remarkable skin benefits are linked to its unique composition, rich in potent carotenoid antioxidants, particularly crocin and crocetin, which give Saffron its characteristic golden-red hue. These compounds are powerful free-radical scavengers, helping to protect skin cells from oxidative stress caused by UV exposure and pollution. Additionally, Saffron contains safranal, responsible for its aroma, and other compounds that exhibit anti-inflammatory properties, contributing to its ability to soothe the skin and promote a more even tone by influencing pigmentation pathways.
Benefits for Radiant Skin
Harnessing the power of its potent antioxidants like crocin, Saffron Extract significantly contributes to brightening the complexion and reducing the appearance of dark spots and hyperpigmentation, promoting a visibly more even and luminous skin tone. Its antioxidant prowess provides crucial protection against environmental stressors that contribute to premature aging. Furthermore, its recognized soothing properties help calm the skin, enhancing overall clarity and bestowing a luxurious, healthy radiance sought after for centuries.
Rooted in Tradition
Saffron's history is as rich and storied as its color, dating back over 3,500 years, likely originating in Greece or Persia. It has been highly prized across civilizations – used by royalty like Cleopatra reportedly in baths for its cosmetic properties, employed as a valuable dye, a potent medicinal spice, and a luxurious flavoring agent. In Ayurvedic and traditional Persian medicine, Saffron is often associated with promoting radiance, balancing skin tone, and uplifting the spirit, cementing its status as a truly precious commodity for both inner and outer beauty.
Did You Know
It takes an incredible number of hand-picked Crocus Sativus flowers—typically between 75,000 and 150,000 blossoms—to produce just one kilogram of dried Saffron spice. Each flower yields only three delicate red stigmas (threads), which must be carefully harvested by hand, explaining why it remains the most expensive spice in the world by weight.