Review & Description

Kiwifruit and Active Manuka Honey Facial Moisturizer SPF 15+ 100gr/3.53oz. A highly moisturizing cream with the combined benefits of Active Manuka Honey 15+ and Kiwifruit. Active Manuka honey serves to control bacterial activity, moisturize and provide antioxidant activities through its unique composition of proteins, minerals and vitamins. Antioxidant functions are critical during sun exposure because rays from the sun and other forms of ultraviolet (UV) radiation can damage skin cells, resulting in a process known as photoageing. Sun and UV radiation exposure create oxidative damage in skin cells, increase the number and activity of pigment-producing cells, and decrease production of the elastic and collagen fibers that are responsible for maintaining suppleness and firmness. The cumulative result of these effects is photoaged skin, characterized by wrinkles, laxity, irregular coloring and appearance of brown spots, and a leathery quality. Research conducted at the NZ Institute for Plant and Food Research has determined that the New Zealand Kiwifruit has a high content of vitamins A, C and E, and the antioxidants flavonoids and carotenoids, all known to protect and repair damaged skin cells. The combination of manuka honey and kiwifruit provides cytoprotective activities and is thought to stimulate collagen and elastin production, thus protecting and improving photoaged skin. This research also indicates a positive modulation of the immune system by kiwifruit. Our New Zealand kiwifruit extract is produced using a proprietary water-based method that preserves all key ingredients in their natural forms. Read more