Herbology: Cassia Senna

Cassia senna is an ornamental plant in the genus Senna. This tall, elegant herb grows 3 to 6 feet high and its star-like yellow flowers are grown primarily in upper Egypt, India and Somalia.

Often used in herbalism in the form of senna pods, or leaves as herbal tea. Cassia senna is valued for its cathartic properties and is especially useful in habitual constipation. The herb can also act an anti-fungal agent.

When it comes to using it for skin, the seed of the Cassia senna fruit makes an incredible natural skin moisturizer due to its high polysaccharide content. Polysaccharides have been shown to help the body repair tissues and protect skin from further damage.

As we get older, our skin is exposed to more environmental factors. Cassia senna can help your skin deal with the daily onslaught like pollution and harsh cold as they are a good source of the flavonoid compounds quercimeritrin, scutellarein, and rutin, all of which help defend skin’s surface against damage from airborne pollutants and other sources of environmental stress. 

Additionally, cassia senna has been shown to feel soothing to the skin. As with most plants, Cassia senna is also a source of antioxidants and has anti-bacterial properties, which could help speed healing of minor skin issues and keep breakouts at bay.

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