It's a powerful anti-inflammatory
A significant benefit from bamboo extract is its ability to heal the skin, making it the perfect pair for any acne-fighting skin care product. We often tend to sensitize our skin whenever we go overboard with chemical exfoliants (particularly when treating acne), which leaves skin irritated and inflamed. Bamboo extract helps soothe the skin and assists in the healing process. A gel cream, like Dr. Oracle A-Thera Cream, $36, is the best moisturizer for those with acne-prone skin.
It has antibacterial properties
Bamboo extract also has antibacterial properties, which is always welcome in our books. The Fresh Creme Ancienne Infusion Toner, $90, utilizes bamboo extract along with other powerful botanicals to help cleanse, tone and hydrate the skin.
It's great for drawing impurities from the skin
In the form of bamboo charcoal, bamboo also happens to be great for purifying and detoxifying skin. Take, for instance, the Herbivore Bamboo Charcoal Cleansing Bar Soap, $12, a soap designed to leave oily, combination and acne-prone skin extra, extra clean.
It protects your skin from free radicals
Bamboo extract also acts as a powerful antioxidant, which in turn helps keep your skin safe from damaging free radicals. A great product to try is the Erborian Seve de Bamboo Eye Gel, $34, an eye cream that helps diminish fine lines while keeping your undereye area moisturized.
It's super hydrating
Mineral-rich bamboo sap is known for being very hydrating, which makes it a great addition to any skin care routine. Korean skin care brand AmorePacific uses the ingredient in a lot of its products, including the AmorePacific Moisture Bound Rejuvenating Creme, $150.
