Portulaca oleracea, Excellent source of vitamins A, B, C, E, Omega-3 and antioxidants.

Portulaca oleracea or Common Purslane ( Verdolaga, Pigweed, Little Hogweed or Pusley ) is a succulent herbaceous plant in the purslane family, growing to a height of 40 cm. There are about 40 species in cultivation today. It is distributed in the Old World from North Africa to the Middle East and the Indian subcontinent to Southeast Asia and Australasia.

Portulaca Oleracea Extract benefit for skin
Rich in vitamins A, C, and E plus the “super antioxidant” glutathione Source of skin-beneficial minerals such as potassium, magnesium, and omega-3 fatty acids. Portulaca Oleracea Extract Contains genistein, which helps rejuvenate skin that has become lax/crepey Purslane’s beneficial components address numerous skin concerns, including wrinkles and other signs of aging. Portulaca oleracea extract comes from a weed-like succulent plant commonly known as purslane. This golden or green-colored plant has skin-soothing properties and is a potent antioxidant thanks to its high amounts of vitamins A, C, and E (alpha-tocopherol) more than spinach 6 times, and also has beta-carotene more than carrot 7 times. Portulaca oleracea extract has antioxidant compounds such as glutathione. The antioxidants in purslane work to address numerous skin concerns, including wrinkles and other signs of aging. Purslane is also a very good source of skin-beneficial minerals like potassium, magnesium, calcium, and phosphorus, plus omega-3 fatty acids, amino acids, and hydrating sugars known as polysaccharides. Another beneficial component of purslane is its genistein content, which can help rejuvenate skin that has become lax and crepey. Although not commonly consumed as part of most Western diets, the nutritional profile of this plant ranks it as a true superfood. Ongoing research is consistently showing this plant has remarkable benefits for the skin and body.

Thank you for reference

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