Nature has always served as a trusted provider, and izil has mastered the art of harnessing its potent powers in bottles created just for you. In Morocco, the passing down of skincare recipes through the generations is a cherished tradition among the women of the home.

Within these family gatherings, nature's offerings are celebrated and treasured not only for the transformation they brought but also for the sensorial experience they provided. Ingredients that have stood the test of time are carefully selected, not just for their skincare benefits but for the holistic well-being they promote. In this blog, we will explore the benefits of natural ingredients in lip care, revealing how you can harness their power to achieve healthier, more luscious lips.

Let’s discuss the main ingredient: What is Aker Fassi (Poppy Flower Blend)?

• Aker Fassi is a Moroccan beauty staple.
• It's a bright red powder made from antioxidant-rich dried poppy petals and pomegranate rind.

Where does it come from?

• Originates from the city of Fes (فاس) in Morocco's Atlas Mountains.
• The city is surrounded by vibrant poppy fields.
• The name "Aker Fassi" pays tribute to "Aker" (dried and crushed poppy flower petals) and the city of Fez "Fassi."

What is Brown Sugar?

It is a humble yet versatile ingredient, is a natural exfoliant and is cherished for its transformative properties.

For Skin

• Brown sugar's natural grains gently exfoliate and clarify the skin, leaving it smoother and softer with a healthy glow.
• It helps remove dead skin cells, revealing a fresher and more radiant complexion.
• Brown sugar's texture is ideal for unclogging pores and reducing the appearance of blackheads.
• This natural exfoliant also aids with hyperpigmentation and uneven skin tone.

For Lips

• Brown sugar is a go-to solution for healing chapped lips, providing a smooth surface and deep hydration.
• As an exfoliant, it gently scrubs away dry, flaky skin, leaving your lips soft and kissable.

For Hair

• The antioxidant properties of brown sugar combat scalp-damaging free radicals, promoting overall scalp health.
• It helps keep your hair hydrated from roots to tips, preventing dryness and brittleness.

What is Hyaluronic Acid?

Hyaluronic Acid, a natural marvel found within our bodies is a gel-like water-holding molecule that binds water in the skin. Hyaluronic Acid helps the skin retain moisture because it can hold 1,000 times its weight in water within the cells of the skin, making it a sought-after skincare ingredient.

For Skin

• Hyaluronic acid's incredible moisture-retaining abilities keep the skin hydrated, plump, and supple.
• It reduces the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles, promoting a more youthful complexion.
• This powerhouse ingredient enhances skin elasticity and firmness, restoring a youthful bounce.
• It’s fast-absorbing and safe for use with all skin types.

For Lips

• When applied to the lips, hyaluronic acid delivers intense hydration, tackling dryness and chapping.
• It promotes the natural plumpness of lips.
• Hyaluronic acid acts like a lip primer, creating a smooth canvas for lipstick application.
• It enhances the overall texture and feel of lips, making them irresistibly soft and kissable.

For Hair

• Hyaluronic acid offers deep hydration to the hair, helping combat dryness and frizz.
• It strengthens hair strands with moisture, reducing breakage and split ends.
• Hyaluronic acid promotes a healthy scalp by maintaining moisture balance.

What is Mango Butter?

Mango butter is extracted from the seed or kernels of the mango tree in the form of an oil. Since it has a lightweight texture, it makes it easier to use as a moisturizer for the face and body. A natural source of Vitamin A, it has antioxidant properties and high levels of fatty acids that are a great natural solution to dry skin.

For Skin

• Mango butter's rich moisture content deeply hydrates the skin, providing relief from dryness and discomfort.
• It helps improve skin elasticity, promoting a more youthful and firm complexion.
• It protects the skin against damage caused by UV radiation fighting against premature aging and free radicals.
• Mango butter is a potent source of vitamins and antioxidants, improving skin cell turnover rate, and preventing scars.
• With its non-comedogenic properties, it won't clog pores helping soothe acne inflammations and reduce acne breakouts.

For Lips

• When applied to the lips, mango butter provides intense moisturisation, banishing dry, chapped lips.
• Mango butter acts as a natural barrier, shielding lips from harsh environmental elements.
• It nourishes lips restoring their softness and suppleness.

For Hair

• Mango butter deeply conditions and hydrates hair, leaving it silky, manageable, and frizz-free.
• It strengthens hair strands, reducing breakage and split ends, and promoting healthier, more resilient locks.
• It helps alleviate a dry or itchy scalp, maintaining a balanced moisture level.