What Is African Red Camwood?

African Camwood tree

Camwood or African Sandalwood

Purely Camwood: 100% natural derived from African Camwood tree bark.

Yoruba people refer to it as “Osun” and it is one of the key ingredients in many African black soap formulas.

camwood powder

What does camwood look like?

In the local markets, camwood is sometimes sold as pellets which are later pounded into powder form for use.

Camwood Benefits:

It makes for a great mask and assists in smoothening wrinkles, fighting acne, fading dark spots.

  • Evens skin tone

  • Reduces fine lines and wrinkles

  • Skin glow

  • Improves skin texture

  • Cleanser for acne

  • Relieves eczema

  • Restores skin elasticity

    Camwood has been used by West Africans for centuries and it is an honor that they’ve trusted us to bring it to you!

What does camwood do to the skin?

Camwood naturally contains antioxidant properties that help in regulating blood circulation to the skin area & removes toxic material from skin layers.

it also protects the skin from wrinkling- giving your skin the firmness it needs while impproving your skin’s elasticity.

When mixed with ingredients such as turmeric, African black soap & vitamin C products, camwood works to even skin tone or take care of dark spots.

How to use camwood :

As a mask: Mix a teaspoon of Camwood powder with water, rose water (or liquid of your choice), and honey into a paste; apply to face and leave to dry for 15 minutes. Rinse off with warm water.

How to Use Camwood Demo Video

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