Kombucha is a health food that has gained a lot of popularity over the last few years – and with so many potential benefits, it’s easy to see why. Since we’re always looking for all-natural treatments that our clients are sure to love – whether it’s sugaring, our favorite alternative to waxing, or our menu of plant-based facials – we’re bringing a taste of kombucha to our Philadelphia salon.
What is kombucha? It is a sweetened tea that is fermented with a symbiotic colony of bacteria and yeast. The name supposedly originates from a Japanese physician named Kombu, who first brought the drink to Japan from China, and the word “cha,” which means “tea” in Japanese.
If you’re looking to try something different for your skin care routine in Philadelphia, Green City Beauty is now offering kombucha soaps and facials! Here are just some of the many positive effects kombucha may have:
- Skincare – Because kombucha is a fermented product, the nutrients are broken down and more easily absorbed by the skin. For people with sensitive skin, it may help with less irritation than other products because of fewer preservatives. Due to the probiotic, enzymatic, and acidic concentration, a benefit for acne and rosacea may also be seen.
- Digestive health – Most people choose to drink kombucha because it contains probiotics, which may help improve digestion. It can also possibly remove harmful candida yeast from the gut.
- Detoxification – Kombucha can also have a detoxifying effect on the body because it is rich in enzymes and acids, which can aid your pancreas and liver. Some people claim that its detoxifying powers, along with other lifestyle changes, have even helped to ward off disease.
- Immune health – This fermented tea also contains antioxidants, which are known to give your immune system a boost. Since it also contains B and C vitamins, it’s an especially welcome pick-me-up during the winter months when cold and flu rates are at their highest.
- Joint health – Kombucha also contains glucosamine, an amino sugar which is said to both repair and prevent joint damage by preserving collagen in the joints. This can be especially helpful for people with arthritis.
Kombucha has been touted as an elixir for almost 2,000 years – and we don’t think its popularity will be going away anytime soon. Stop by this month and see the benefits of this ancient ingredient for yourself!
