Editor’s Picks: The Best Cranberry Beauty Products for Skin, Hair & Makeup

We only see them this time of the year in the produce department — cranberries. That’s because this seasonal fruit peaks during autumn (usually from mid-September until around mid-November in North America and March through May in Chile).

Cranberries are found in skin care most often in the form of either an extract, where the fruit is crushed and steeped in a carrier liquid, or an oil, where the tiny seeds are cold pressed to obtain a golden yellow liquid.  The seeds themselves may also be used in skin care products to provide gentle exfoliation.

Like its close cousin the blueberry, cranberries are high in antioxidants and loaded with polyphenols.  When applied topically directly onto the skin, antioxidants are able to combat free radicals that can age the skin prematurely and lead to fine lines, wrinkles and the breakdown of collagen.

In addition to an impressive antioxidant punch, cranberries are also:

• Rich in Vitamin A.  Their anti-inflammatory properties make cranberries suitable in treatments for acneic skin.  You may also be familiar with vitamin A as the source of my favorite anti-aging ingredient, retinoids .

• High in Vitamin E.  Also known as tocopherol, vitamin E is a multi-tasker, working as a potent antioxidant to fight free radicals, protect the skin from UV damage, and strengthen the skin’s barrier system by preventing water loss.

• High in Essential Fatty Acids(EFAs).  We already know how important omega 3 and 6 oils are for radiant and elastic skin.  EFAs have also been shown to lessen the symptoms associated with eczema.  What’s unique about the EFAs found in cranberry seed oil is the natural balance between them: a perfect 1 to 1 ratio of omega-3’s to omega-6’s.  This natural balance allows the oil to absorb more easily into the skin, thus maximizing the benefits of the active ingredients and hydrating like no other oil. Phamix.com

Naturally, we couldn’t let the cranberry, which is chock-full of skin care benefits, escape our notice this time of the year. So, we picked our favorite cranberry infused beauty products to share with you.

SKIN CARE:

June Jacobs Creamy Cranberry Cleanser $44 (anti-aging)

Paraben and preservative free, this hydrating creamy cleanser provides moisture to the skin during the cleansing process and imparts a bouquet of fresh cranberry. Formulated with nourishing sunflower seed oil and natural humectants of algae extract and jojoba seed oil to retain the skin’s natural lipid barrier as it gently sweeps away surface impurities. Powerful patented anti-oxidant blend of white, red and green tea extracts combined with goji berry, pomegranate and grape seed extracts help to neutralize free radicals, protect skin from environmental toxins and combat the visible signs of premature aging. Leaves the skin clean, supple and nourished.

MyChelle Dermaceuticals Clear Skin Cranberry Cleanser $16 (oily, blemish prone skin)

Ultra-refreshing, exfoliating, and pore-clearing cleanser that addresses oily and blemish-prone skin. Thoroughly cleanses impurities and irritants, and helps to bring skin into healthy balance while maintaining skin’s essential moisture. 4.2 fl oz
Made without GMO, Gluten, Parabens, Petroleum, Phthalates, Silicones, Sulfates, Ureas, Artificial Fragrances, and Artificial Colors. Vegetarian. Cruelty-free.

MyChelle Dermaceuticals Clear Skin Cranberry Mud Mask $25 (oily, blemish prone skin)

A blemish-fighting, detoxifying mask with Sulfur, and Kaolin and Bentonite clays to absorb excess oil and debris from pores. Effective, yet gentle, as it soothes and aids in the promotion of clear and healthy-looking skin. 1.2 fl oz
Made without GMO, Gluten, Parabens, Petroleum, Phthalates, Silicones, Sulfates, Ureas, Artificial Fragrances, and Artificial Colors. Vegetarian. Cruelty-free.

Pharmagel Nourish Oil™ $44

 

This luxurious blend of 12 nourishing oils is packed with vitamins and omegas to help preserve skin’s youthful appearance.  Argan, Seabuckthorn, Marula, Cranberry, and Avocado oils are rich in essential fatty acids that aid in skin recovery and help restore skin to optimal radiance and luminosity.  This lightweight formula absorbs quickly to provide a boost of vital moisture and quench skin without leaving a greasy residue.

Pharmagel Nourish Cleanse™ $24

Cleanse and hydrate and restore a youthful glow with 8 exotic oils. This gentle oil cleanser glides across the skin, helping to remove make-up while it softens and nourishes dull, dehydrated complexions. Argan, Cranberry Seed, Marula, Safflower, and Sunflower Oils help to hydrate skin, and contain beneficial fatty acids that help to improve the appearance of dry, damaged skin. These oils work together to help dissolve make-up, leaving skin soft and silky.

Osmosis Skincare Polish Enzyme/Firming Mask $50

A mild exfoliating mask that gives skin a smooth, healthy look and feel. By using natural, milder ingredients like cranberry fruit enzyme, Polish is designed to remove only the epidermal layer of the skin. The products balanced ingredients prevent possible over exfoliation that leaves the skin without it natural protective lipid barrier. Proper exfoliation removes trapped dead skin which allows and promotes healthy, non damaged skin to come to the surface.

beb  Organic Nourishing Oil $52

Prized concentrate of rosehip and cranberry oil combine with conditioning coconut and brilliant sunflower to form a revitalizing blend of pure, proven oils. Nourishing oil glides over skin for a magical touch, providing essential moisture and skin loving aminos that melt into skin for a smooth, glowy finish. For face, body & scalp.

HAIR CARE

OGX Ice Berry Queen Shampoo & Conditioner $7.99 each

Act like the holiday queen you are with the Ice Berry Queen Shampoo and Conditioner duo, featuring sultry notes of succulent sugared cranberries, creamy jasmine and opulent liquid amber. Not only will tresses be hydrated and gorgeous, but the seductive scent will leave an unforgettable impression.

MAKEUP

NANACOCO Luxe Lip Lipstick in Cranberry $8.50

Time for an extraordinary night on the town with our vibrant Luxe Lipstick! With its full pigment, long-lasting formula, and silky finish, make a memorable statement with your lips. Say goodbye to smearing and fading, say hello to a comfortable and rich lip color.

Natasha Denona Cranberry Eyeshadow Palette $48

A new, five-pan eyeshadow palette featuring four brand-new shades and one shade from the Holiday 2017 Aeris Palette. This eyeshadow palette features five buttery-soft shades that blend together seamlessly. Natasha Denona’s revolutionary formula is ultra-pigmented, long-lasting, and blends easily.

INTERNAL BEAUTY/HEALTH

Zahlers UT Revolution $59.95

UT Revolution is a fast-acting urinary tract formula which contains a powerful blend of ingredients, such as Superfruits, D-Mannose, Cranberries, Probiotics and more, to support a healthy urinary tract and bladder health.

 

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