Nov 21 2009
Pearl powder is a hit in China
Ever wondered how Chinese women get that glow on their skin? The centuries old answer seems to be pearl powder (or Zhen Zhu Mo in Chinese). Pearls contain a variety of aminoacids and proteins that rejuvenate and beautify the skin. Thanks to new techniques, scientists have been able to augment the rate of absorbtion through the digestive system, and now pearl powder is very effective when orally administered.
The biggest pearl ever, from a giant clam shell
Topically, there are many creams available in the market, although a simple and traditional way of applying it is by simply mixing it with an egg yolk and honey and use it as a face mask. Pearl powder is made grounding oyster shells, and if you are what you eat, by eating pearl powder you will most certainly achieve a nacreous iridiscence, and like pearls, shine from the inside out.