How Dandelion Extract Can Actually Make a Difference in Your Skin Care

When it comes to skin care, we've seen and heard it all: Whether it's pomegranate, activated charcoal or bamboo, there's no shortage of buzzy skin care ingredients. But one ingredient has caught our eyes lately is probably already growing in your garden: dandelions. Love 'em or hate 'em, one thing's for certain, dandelions actually have amazing benefits for the skin and are quickly gaining traction among skin care brands.

Almost all parts of the dandelion can be used for various treatments. Dandelion juice is said to be an effective acne treatment as it detoxifies skin. It's also an excellent antioxidant, which means it has anti-aging benefits and can nourish the skin to reduce fine lines, wrinkles and dark spots. Plus, it's naturally alkaline and has certain antimicrobial properties. It has also traditionally been used in healing skin problems such as eczema, warts and athlete's foot.

Ready to start incorporating dandelion extract in your routine? Here are some of our favorite dandelion-infused skin care products.

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