Originating from southern Africa, watermelon is an appropriately named delicious and sweet fruit. Made with 92% water, and with natural toning properties, it is one of the most hydrating fruits for skin. It is full of antioxidants such as lycopene and vitamin C, which help in slowing down the aging process, making it look younger and plump. Watermelon is also packed with Vitamin A, which reduces skin’s pore size and controls acne. Vitamin A also encourages growth of collagen and elastin cells that help your skin stay young and supple.

Originating from South America, this creamy super fruit besides from tasting delicious has an impressive list of skin-boosting benefits. Rich in healthy fats that are imperative for skin’s hydration and moisturisation, it is also an excellent source of powerful antioxidants like vitamins E and C, which play a key role in preventing signs of ageing, minimizing free radical damage from UV rays, reducing wringles and fine lines. Although high in fat content it is non-comodogenic in nature and helps in acne control. High in Biotin, a B complex vitamin, helps in reducing skin’s dryness and spot reduction, making it look clearer and youthful.

Grape has its roots originated from Asia, but has been cultivated abundantly throughout the world. This super juicy, sweet and delicious fruit has many skincare benefits. Extremely rich in vitamins C and E, grape protects skin from harmful UV rays and prevents premature aging of skin. Great for skin hydration, grapes help in reducing hyperpigmentation of skin, making it more even toned and clearer. Being anti-bacterial in nature, they also help in controlling acne outbreaks. They are the key to clearer looking and radiant skin.

Native to Indian subcontinent, Licorice word is derived from the plant Glycyrrhiza glabra meaning “sweet root” in Greek. Known as the nature’s skin brightener, Licorice has super effective de-pigmentation properties. It inhibits the production of a compound called tyrosinase, in turn inhibiting the production of dark spots. Almost 20% of the licorice root is comprised of glycyrrhizin, which is a powerful anti-inflammation compound. It also contains liquiritin, an active compound that helps to disperse and remove existing melanin in the skin, making it look brighter and younger.

Native to China and abundantly grown in New Zealand, Kiwi fruits are delicious, hydrating and powerhouse of anti-oxidants like vitamin C and E. Kiwis have great anti-aging and skin rejuvenation properties. They help in reducing free radical damage, reducing fine lines and wrinkles, make skin look smoother and radiant and reduce dark spots. They also protect skin from UV rays, preventing skin’s premature aging.

Native to Ethiopia, Coffee is one beverage that is loved deeply in every corner of the world. Apart from giving you a kick start in the morning and helping you get over those Monday blues, coffee is a great additive to your skincare routine. High in caffeine, a compound known for improving skin’s blood flow and reduce inflammation and puffiness, it helps in boosting skin glow and radiance. It also helps in oil control and unclogging pores, making skin less prone to acne and blackheads.

With its origins from the continent of Europe, these gorgeous looking, nutrient dense berries not only taste amazing but have an array of skin benefits. Cherries are known for their anti-aging benefits, owing to being rich in a powerful anti- oxidant, known as Anthocyanins. They are also a good source of vitamins A, B, C and E, which collectively help in skin brightening, hydration, acne control, spot reduction and minimizing wrinkles. These tiny wonder fruits are a one-stop solution for all of skin’s ageing issues.

These magical beautiful flowers are a treat to the eyes and nose. Rose has been a staple in skin care routine of women throughout the ages all over the world. Apart from their vibrant colors and mesmerizing fragrance, roses are great humectants and toners that help in skin moisturisation and acne control. They also help in soothing irritated skin and reduce eczema. One of the few skincare ingredients that are suitable for all skin types, roses work wonders on ageing skin as well, owing to their high concentrations of vitamin C.

Indigenous to South America, this tropical fruit apart from tasting and smelling delicious is great for a glowing and rejuvenated skin. A natural source of Bromelain, a powerful enzyme that is a mild skin exfoliant, helps in unclogging pores, reduces acne and fine lines, making skin look even toned and younger. An excellent source of vitamin C, pineapple reduces free radical damage, protects skin from harmful UV rays and provides hydration, giving you a visibly brighter, clearer and fresh complexion.

Native to India, Oranges are one of the most popular food items on earth. Antioxidants like vitamin C found in oranges fight free radicals, which slow down the ageing process and minimize wrinkles. Oranges are high in citric acid, a form of alpha hydroxyl acid (AHA), which helps in getting a radiant and flawless complexion. Citric acid also helps in oil control and clearing out acne. Oranges have amazing skin toning properties as well, as the antioxidants help in maintaining skin’s hydration and moisturisation.

Originating from France, Strawberries are beautiful looking sweet and sour berries that are loved globally for their amazing flavor. Strawberries are equally amazing for skin and have an array of skincare benefits. They are high in antioxidants like vitamin C, E and A. They help in reversing signs of ageing, protect skin from UV rays and brighten the complexion. Strawberries are rich in alpha hydroxyl acids (AHAs), which mildly exfoliate the skin to unveil a smoother and brighter skin tone. Strawberries are the key to unlock a radiant and youthful looking skin.

Found extensively in many Asian nations, Mulberries are rich in nutrients and vitamins essential for skin’s anti-aging, brightening and spot reduction. They have a natural sun protection compound called resveratrol. The antioxidants like vitamin A, C & E in mulberries prevent the occurrence of blemishes on the skin. They help regulate the melanin synthesis in your skin, which naturally clears off the dark spots. The antioxidants moisturize and unclog pores, keeping the skin fresh and plump. Mulberries effectively even out your skin and make it look naturally beautiful and healthy.

Originating from China, matcha tea has gained worldwide popularity as a potent skincare ingredient because of its anti-ageing, anti-inflammatory and acne control properties. A polyphenol known as catechins is responsible for anti- inflammatory properties and is present in abundance in matcha tea. High source of vitamins B and E, caffeine and tannins, they improves skin’s complexion, make it youthful, plump and glowing. Matcha tea is extremely is suitable for people with acne prone skin and oily skin.