Why are okara and plants good for your skin? A plant therapist thoroughly explains TOFUlly's ingredients!

Hello! I'm Shizu Kawanishi, a phytotherapist.

 

Introducing our Organic All-in-One Milk Emulsion "TOFUlly Okara Milk Emulsion", crafted with carefully selected plant-derived ingredients.

This time, from a phytotherapist's perspective, I'd like to introduce the charm of the abundant plant ingredients in this single product!

 

Phytotherapy, also known as herbal medicine, is a traditional therapy that uses the natural power of plants to stimulate our self-healing and immune systems, thereby balancing mind and body. In Japan, it is sometimes called "grandmother's wisdom," and customs like taking a yuzu bath on the winter solstice or eating seasonal foods are actually everyday examples of phytotherapy.

 

Mugwort and Houttuynia cordata, which are included in "TOFUlly Okara Milk Emulsion," are also medicinal herbs that have been cherished by Japanese people for centuries. These plants have been used to treat skin irritation and minor daily ailments.

Therefore, incorporating "TOFUlly Milk Emulsion," which is packed with the power of plants, into your skincare routine is a practice of phytotherapy adapted to modern life.

 

Some people might think, "Is one product really enough?" or "Is it only for people with sensitive skin?" when they hear about an all-in-one product made with organic plant ingredients.

"TOFUlly Okara Milk Emulsion" is a product we can confidently recommend to those who have not been satisfied with all-in-one cosmetics in the past, as well as to beginners in organic cosmetics.

The secret lies in its unique skincare method ingredients.

"TOFUlly Okara Milk Emulsion" is generously infused with plant extracts as skincare method ingredients to achieve poreless, radiant, and elastic skin, as well as skin as smooth as silken tofu.

 

■Skincare Method Ingredient①: Okara Extract

The key ingredient in "TOFUlly Okara Milk Emulsion" is the world's first uniquely developed "Okara Extract." The abundant nutrients contained in okara, such as vitamins, minerals, amino acids, and soy isoflavones, are also essential for beauty. By enhancing the skin's barrier function, it leads to refined, poreless skin. By significantly improving the skin's foundation, it fosters healthy skin that is less susceptible to fluctuations caused by seasonal changes or hormonal imbalances.

Furthermore, "TOFUlly Okara Milk Emulsion" was developed by focusing on the problem of large amounts of okara, a byproduct of tofu production, being discarded. It's wonderful to be able to participate in such a positive cycle where skincare also contributes to environmental consideration.

 

■Skincare Method Ingredient②: Domestically Sourced Organic Herbs

We lavishly use domestically grown mugwort, houttuynia cordata, loquat leaves, and rosemary leaves, carefully cultivated without pesticides or chemical fertilizers in organic JAS certified fields. These herbs have long been incorporated into people's lives not only in Japan but all over the world as plants beneficial for beauty and health. 

Mugwort Extract

Mugwort is so versatile that it is also called the "Queen of Herbs." It has strong vitality, and its young shoots have been used as food in spring, and dried for medicinal purposes.

The chlorophyll in mugwort has powerful antioxidant effects, cleansing properties that promote the elimination of waste products, and antibacterial properties. Therefore, it energizes skin tissue, suppresses inflammation and itching, and prevents problems like acne.

 

Houttuynia Cordata Extract

Houttuynia cordata is an excellent herb known as "Jūyaku" (ten medicines) due to its ten beneficial properties. It has long been familiar to Japanese people and has been used as a health tea and as an external remedy for skin diseases.

Although Houttuynia cordata is known for its distinctive aroma, it has pore care, brightening, and sebum-balancing effects, leading to clear and radiant skin.

 

Loquat Leaf

Known as the "Great King of Medicinal Trees," its fruits are edible, and its leaves have been used in traditional Chinese medicine. In Japan, loquat leaves have been consumed as tea to prevent summer fatigue and heatstroke, and are also said to have a cough-suppressing effect.

Loquat leaves have the effect of strengthening the skin's mucous membranes, gently supporting delicate skin conditions such as eczema, atopy, and sunburn.

 

Rosemary Leaf

Rosemary, known as the "herb of youth," is rich in ingredients that support youthfulness. It tightens and lifts the skin, and promotes blood circulation, making it effective for concerns such as puffiness and dullness. It leads to bright, well-circulated skin.

 

■Skincare Method Ingredient③: Plant Oils

Rice Bran Oil

"TOFUlly Okara Milk Emulsion" uses high-grade, first-press oil extracted from rice bran sourced from Yamagata Prefecture, famous for its rice production. Rice bran, a byproduct of polishing brown rice, is packed with nutrients! Rich in ceramides, which are essential for skin moisturization, it enhances the skin's barrier function and promotes fresh, supple skin.

Furthermore, the vitamins contained in rice bran promote skin cell turnover, supporting a healthy skin condition.

 

Japanese White Pine Oil

The Japanese white pine, known since ancient times as a symbol of longevity and good fortune, is a plant rich in oleic acid and vitamin E. It provides moisture and flexibility to the skin, and firmly protects it from external stressors.

Furthermore, pinolenic acid, found only in pine nuts, suppresses inflammation and itching and activates skin cells, thereby improving skin circulation.

 

"TOFUlly Okara Milk Emulsion" can also provide the benefits of aromatherapy, one of the important pillars of phytotherapy.

The main function of aromatherapy is to affect the mind. When you inhale a scent through your nose, it reaches the brain directly in just 1.5 seconds, stimulating the autonomic nervous system to relax or uplift your mood.

 

"TOFUlly Okara Milk Emulsion" uses domestically sourced camphor and organic bitter orange as aromatic ingredients.

 

■Aromatic Component①: Camphor (Kusunoki)

The camphor tree has long been revered as a sacred tree in shrines. Its refreshing woody scent transforms shallow breathing into deep, calm breaths. Used at the start of the day, it brings calm focus and motivation; used at night, it soothes overstimulated nerves, leading to relaxation.

 

■Aromatic Component②: Organic Bitter Orange (Daidai)

A Japanese citrus known as a good luck charm for "generations of prosperity." Its scent, a mix of sweetness and slight bitterness, brightens feelings of anxiety and stagnation. You can charge up with positive energy from its aroma.

 

With calming camphor and uplifting bitter orange blended in exquisite balance, the resulting fragrance envelops you in a comforting sense of security.

 

Recommended way to use TOFUlly Okara Milk Emulsion

Finally, we introduce a phytotherapy-based method for using the product, leveraging its all-in-one convenience while delivering the power of plants to your skin even more effectively.

 

■Tip①: Warm with Hand Press

First, take "TOFUlly Okara Milk Emulsion" into your palm and gently rub your hands together to warm it slightly. This will enhance the aroma of the plant oils and essential oils, and make it easier for the product to absorb into your skin.

 

■Tip②: Breathe Deeply while Enjoying the Scent

Before applying it to your face, cup your hands over your face and take a slow, deep breath. The aromatic compounds of camphor and bitter orange will relax your brain, and your tense facial expressions should gently soften.

 

■Tip③: Gentle Touch

When applying to your skin, embrace yourself gently, as if caring for yourself. For us who are busy striving every day with work and childcare, treating ourselves kindly is the best therapy to revitalize ourselves.

 

"TOFUlly Okara Milk Emulsion" is full of carefully selected plant-derived ingredients.

I use it myself, and I really like that I can use it safely even when my skin is unstable before my period or during seasonal changes, that it saves time as an all-in-one product, and that it has a non-sticky feel with reliable moisturizing power.

 

I hope that "TOFUlly Okara Milk Emulsion" can bring you a positive change, making looking in the mirror a little more enjoyable. If you're interested, please give it a try!

 

＜Writer＞

Phytotherapist
Shizu Kawanishi

A phytotherapist residing in Higashi-Mikawa. Began studying phytotherapy due to her own health issues and obtained certification as an AMPP-certified Medical Phytotherapist. She conducts workshops and courses on the theme of natural rhythms and the harmony of mind and body. She also produces original blend herbal teas, among other things.

Her hobby of astrology reading gained popularity, and she now offers irregular astrology sessions as "Shizu's House." She also hosts the podcast "I am!" with two friends. Through a multifaceted approach, she conveys messages for living authentically.