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Follow on Google News | ![]() Tocotrinol, A Natural Source of Vitamin E from Bixa (kumkum fruit), Dr. Abhay Kumar PatiBy: Best Nutrition Products Inc Dr.Abhay Kumar Pati, An Ayurvedic Physician, Researcher, Author, and Global Traveler Bixa orellana is used in Indian Ayurvedic medicine for centuries. The tree has been used in Ayurvedic medicine, the Indigenous medicine practices of India, Sri Lanka where different parts of the Bixa plants are thought to be useful as various therapies. One major traditional use of the Bixa orellana plant was for body, face, and hair paint among various tribes and ancient civilizations either for decorative purposes According to Dr. Abhay Kumar Pati, Bixa orellana L., popularly known as "KUMKUM," has been used by indigenous communities in India, and other tropical countries for several biological applications, which indicates its potential use as an active ingredient in pharmaceutical products. Annatto Oil, also popularly known as Achiote Oil is cold pressed from the spiny seed pods of the Bixa orellana shrub native to India. Annatto Oil is naturally rich in a carotenoid compound - Bixin - known for its antioxidant properties that protect cells from oxidative damage by free radicals, and play an important role in the prevention of skin diseases associated with oxidative stress. Annatto Oil ( Natural Source of Vitamin E called Tocotrinol) has a lightweight, non-greasy and highly absorbable texture with a delicate aromatic smell that is an ideal natural Vitamin E Oil products for the hair, whole body, skin, joints as well as for facial rejuvenation creams. It contains a high percentage of unsaturated fatty acids, particularly Oleic and Linoleic acids, and displays very good oxidative stability even without added antioxidants. Therapeutic Uses of Bixa Oil: Annatto Oil is a rejuvenating natural oil that's ideal for softening fine lines and restoring a healthy glow to skin. It is widely used topically for its ability to deeply penetrate the skin and is light in texture making for an ideal facial oil. Achiote Seed Oil is particularly useful in mature skin preparations for cellular support and lubrication, mostly attributable to its high fatty acid and essential fatty acid content. It is great as a simple overnight facial treatment, and leaves skin feeling beautifully soft and supple. Annatto Oil also has anti-inflammatory properties which help to tame chaffing and chapping, reduce redness caused by drying, ease the effects of eczema and rosacea, and keep skin calm and comfortable. The Vitamin E and A-complex vitamins in this nutrient-dense oil help in skin repair and damage control. When used as a hair oil, Achiote Oil (Kumkum oil) is easily absorbed, giving a boost to shine and condition. https://www.patikumar.com End
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