Beauty Goes Global

Learn about more worldly ingredients making waves in natural skincare.

Cupuacu
This chocolate relative grows in north Brazil and its butter boasts a similar creamy consistency to cocoa butter. The butter offers broad-spectrum UV protection and fatty acids primed for restoring elasticity to the skin.
Try: Origins Plantidote Mega-Mushroom Body Cream ($45, 7 oz; origins.com)

Tamarind
Known as the Indian date tree, the tamarind tree produces fruit that has been used for centuries in healing teas and as digestive aids. The bark also boasts antiseptic and revitalizing properties.
Try: Juara Tamarind Tea Hydrating Toner ($25, 4.5 oz; juaraskincare.com)

Wasabi
This spicy root not only stimulates circulation, but also delivers a healing blend of vitamin C, potassium, and phytochemicals to wherever it’s applied.
Try: Suki Complexion Brightening Cream ($45.40; 1.7 oz; sukipure.com)

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