Best Herbs for Skin & Beauty

Herbs that support skin health from within through antioxidant protection, collagen support, and anti-inflammatory effects.

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Royal Jelly ่œ‚็Ž‹ๆต†

Exclusive food of queen bees โ€” contains 10-HDA and royalactin. Used for vitality, skin health, and hormonal balance. Popular supplement in Japan and China for anti-aging.

7/10
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Amla (Indian Gooseberry) ไฝ™็”˜ๅญ

Contains the highest natural concentration of vitamin C. A key ingredient in Triphala and Chyawanprash. Used for hair health, immunity, and diabetes management across Asia.

6.5/10
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Black Sesame Seed ้ป‘่Š้บป

A TCM longevity food for nourishing liver and kidney yin. Used for premature graying, dry constipation, and tinnitus. Rich in lignans (sesamin), calcium, and healthy fats.

6/10
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Burdock Root ็‰›่’ก

A prebiotic-rich root vegetable used in both Japanese cuisine (gobo) and TCM for skin conditions, detoxification, and blood purification. Contains inulin fiber.

5.5/10
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Sophora Root (Ku Shen) ่‹ฆๅ‚

A bitter TCM herb for clearing heat and dampness. Used for skin conditions (eczema, itching), diarrhea, and urinary infections. Contains matrine with antitumor research interest.

5.5/10
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Centella (Gotu Kola Extract) ็งฏ้›ช่‰ๆๅ–็‰ฉ

Standardized extract form of Gotu Kola โ€” typically to asiaticoside and madecassoside. Used in wound healing creams, anti-cellulite products, and cognitive supplements.

5.5/10
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He Shou Wu (Fo-Ti) ไฝ•้ฆ–ไนŒ

A legendary TCM longevity herb traditionally used for hair darkening, liver/kidney support, and anti-aging. Named after a man who supposedly regained his youth.

5/10
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Pine Bark Extract ๆพๆ ‘็šฎ

Rich in proanthocyanidins (OPCs) โ€” powerful antioxidants. Pycnogenol (French maritime pine) is the most studied form. Evidence for circulation, skin, and cognitive support.

5/10
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Astaxanthin ่™พ้’็ด 

The most powerful carotenoid antioxidant โ€” 6,000x stronger than vitamin C. Derived from microalgae. Strong evidence for eye health, skin protection, and exercise recovery.

5/10
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White Tea ็™ฝ่Œถ

The least processed form of tea โ€” higher in catechins and polyphenols than green tea in some studies. Potent antioxidant, anti-aging, and skin-protective properties.

5/10