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DATES

Latin name:
Phoenix Dactylifera

Description:
Known to man for many centuries, dates are the fruit of the date palm tree known as the Phoenix. They grow in the form of long, green berries that turn brown or take on an amber colour as they ripen. But dates are more than just a mere fruit: their pits contain compounds that help fight ageing of the skin. They are rich is phystosterols, which reinforce the skin's barrier effect and provide the skin with excellent protection against environmental stresses. They contain isoflavones, with a structure similar to human oestrogen, which give them an anti-ageing effect. Lastly, dates are rich in ursolic acid, which aids regeneration due to its action on the synthesis of connecting tissue fibres.