Rose of Jericho also known as ‘resurrection flower’ is a plant that can survive in the desert. It is called a resurrection flower for a reason. Rose of Jericho will curl to protect itself to survive in a desert-like environment. It has been used as a traditional medicine in the middle east to treat menstrual cramps, common colds, and respiratory problems. (source)
If you suffer from dry skin, you probably heard of hyaluronic acid as the savior for dry skin. But studies have shown that Rose of Jericho can works as a humectant and emollient while hyaluronic acid works as a humectant only. To put it in a simple way, hyaluronic acid is able to hydrate your skin while rose of jericho extract is not only able to attract moisture to your skin, it can also seal the moisture and prevent moisture loss from the skin.
This skincare ingredient is still new and has a lot more to explore. We have included the information that we have studied in this article, let’s dive in more to understand more about this potent ingredient.
Rose of Jericho Skin Care Benefits
Moisturizing
As mentioned above, rose of Jericho is the ultimate ingredient to keep your skin moisturized. In this study in the year 2004, Active Concept studied Rose of Jericho and found that it has a highly adaptive moisture complex. You can read the detail reports here. Rose of Jericho is able to reduce transepidermal water loss (TEWL) from the skin. Transepidermal water loss is the amount of water in your skin that evaporates from the skin’s surface.
To avoid transepidermal water loss, one must moisturize the skin with the right moisturizing product to trap the moisture in your skin. By Sarah London conducted a study that showed moisture levels increased by 71% after 24 hours after using their hydrating mist.
Anti-inflammatory
Rose of Jericho is a potent ingredient to ease inflammation on the skin. It contains flavonoids that are potent in fighting off inflammation. Skin inflammation can be triggered by acne, sunburn, rosacea, psoriasis, eczema, and many more. Your skin might experience itchiness, redness, and flakiness.
Rose of Jericho helps to calm down and repair your irritated skin.
Anti-aging
Rose of Jericho contains antioxidants that might have an anti-aging effect on the skin. Free radicals are produced by our body daily, but they can be triggered by UV rays and environmental aggressors too.(source) Free radicals can accelerate aging signs such as lines and dullness can make us look tired. Antioxidants can ward off free radical damage and make our skin looks radiance.
Best for
- dry skin
- dehydrated skin
- skin with impaired skin barrier
Skin Care Products
We study the ingredients and will only include products independently selected by our team. We only feature the products that use Rose of Jericho as one of the main ingredients in the formula.
Abib Jericho rose Essence Nutrition Pump
Abib is a Kbeauty brand that strive to help the consumer’s skin cycle back to its prime, natural complexion. Their products are formulated and designed with a minimalist concept that will eliminate unnecessary ingredients and elements to their products. They are constantly experimenting with new formulas for perfection. This Jericho Rose Essence nutrition pump contains 50,078 ppm of rose of jericho extracts that will penetrate deeply to your skin.
In addition, this product is fueled with plant-based oat butter and 8 layers of hyaluronic acid that will plump your skin with nutrients. If you have dry and dehydrated skin, you will absolutely love this product as it contains micro oil droplets that will seal all the goodness in your skin while leaving a healthy glow on top.
Dr. Althea Oasis Soothing Mask
Dr. Althea, established in the year 2014 has been producing effective skincare products with safe and natural ingredients. The packaging of the products is aesthetically pleasing and reflects well with their safe skincare formulas. This sheet mask contains 97% botanical extracts and is free of 20 harmful ingredients that work perfectly on all skin types including sensitive skin.
The major 6 ingredients including rose of jericho extract, ceramides, Sodium Hyaluronate, Centella Asiatica Extract, Chamomile, Rose Extract provides long-lasting moisture that your skin needs. The product claims that it will deliver 460 times intensive moisture to the skin.
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