Luscious Healthy Skin

Chocolate's antioxidants are powerful in fighting the environmental stressors that impact the skin and lead to aging. By eating foods that are rich in flavanoids, you arm your skin with natural defenses that help to maintain collagen and reduce sun damage.¹ A small German study even showed that subjects given a high flavanol cocoa product had improved skin texture, along with increased skin density, thickness, and hydration.² Eating chocolate works its magic from the inside out, but applying it to the skin appears to be beneficial too.



 
Myth Has No Merit
Chocolate lovers rejoice. In spite of the myth that chocolate causes acne, the rich substance has made its way to the ultimate relaxation resource - the spa. Spas and salons throughout the country now offer massages, body scrubs, manicures and pedicures all with the beautifying benefits of chocolate. According to spa owner, Howard Kohlenberg, "Chocolate is very rejuvenating for your skin. It is moisturizing and good for cell renewal." ³ Applying the sticky substance to the body may seem a little unusual, but Leah Porter of the Chocolate Manufacturers Association reminds us that "The mid-19^th century is when you first started seeing cocoa butter being used as a moisturizer." ³