Many of the most effective and gentle skin-care ingredients are found in the plants sourced from diverse habitats of the world, where the science of modern skin care has confirmed what generations of indigenous people knew about the benefits of plant materials.

This is also the case in Africa, where the southern tip of this abundant and mysterious continent forms the smallest and richest of the great floral kingdoms of the world.

While this plant has been used in various forms for centuries, the true potential of the extract is now coming to the fore through the use of a world-class, patented ‘green-tea’ extraction method. This method harnesses the benefits of natural extracts, ensuring 11 times more anti-oxidants than the conventional extract.

Based in Cape Town, South Africa, African Extracts is a new skin-care house using principles of gentle, effective, uncomplicated skin care. The range has products containing natural plant extracts unique to the region.