Chia Seeds

Botanical Name: Salvia hispanica

Botanical Description: Chia is an annual herbaceous plant belonging to the Lamiaceae family, native to Mexico and Guatemala.

Cosmetic Benefits: Chia seed oil is rich in omega-3 fatty acids, which help moisturize and strengthen the skin barrier. It also contains antioxidants, such as vitamin E, which help protect the skin from damage caused by free radicals and environmental stressors.

Scientific Overview: Chia seeds are small, oval-shaped seeds that are rich in omega-3 fatty acids, fiber, protein, and antioxidants.

Cultivation and Harvest: Chia plants are cultivated for their seeds, which are harvested when the seed heads are fully mature, typically in the late summer or early fall.

Plant Morphology: Chia plants have square stems and serrated leaves with a fuzzy texture. The seeds are produced in small, clustered heads at the ends of the stems.