Some rare and precious treasures take a long time before their goodness is discovered. Since the olden days, ginseng has been revered as the most valuable herb for the body. However, it is only now, literally thousands of years later, that scientists have discovered the astounding fact that the nutritional value of ginseng berry is actually higher than the ginseng plant itself.

Ginseng berries are extremely rare and difficult to cultivate as they are restricted to certain areas of the world due to climate and weather conditions. When this rare berry is picked, it is after a three- to four-year wait. The harvest must occur during a short two-week period. Each plant produces only a few berries, and each berry contains only a few seeds. Some of the fruit on each plant must be left to ensure another season of harvest. Hence only a few ginseng berries can be harvested at a time. Also, each berry only yields a small drop of vital fluid, which must be quickly processed or frozen to preserve its nutrients.

Ginseng berry contains some of Nature’s best antioxidants — vitamins A, E and  B₂, and beta-carotene (a powerful antioxidant which our bodies convert to vitamin A) — that are important for healthy, glowing skin. Research shows that ginseng berry extract is rich in antioxidants, containing 1.4 times more antioxidants than vitamin C.

As such, it plays a vital role in reducing environmental and oxidative stress, a precursor to premature aging. When applied topically, ginseng berry helps increase skin hydration and elasticity while delaying the signs of premature aging.