Saffron (scientifically known as Crocus Sativus) is a lily plant that is known as the most expensive spice in the world. This plant is mainly cultivated in Iran, Spain, India, Greece, Azerbaijan, Morocco, Italy, and Afghanistan.
According to Zand texts, saffron was first cultivated on the southern slopes of the Zagros Mountains in Iran and has been mostly used in dyeing and textiles.
This plant can also withstand cold-weather climates. Its flowers are harvested in mid-autumn and the stigma is used as a final product after drying. That is, after collecting the flowers, the stigma is separated and dried under special conditions. This difficulty in harvesting is one of the main reasons for the high price of saffron.
Safranal, Crocin and Picrocrocin are the three main ingredients in saffron. Due to the special taste, color, and aroma of this product, it was the most common use in past ages as a seasoning in food; However, due to the benefits that have recently been discovered in it, it has also found other uses (such as its tea and oil).
Among the benefits of saffron can be mentioned: rich in vitamin C, various types of B vitamins and antioxidants, anti-depressant, anti-cancer, anti-respiratory diseases, and other benefits. For this reason, saffron is one of the most useful and widely used plants in traditional Indian medicine.
Saffron is a precious, rare, ancient, useful, and joyful plant; That is why we wish you a saffrony life.

Saffron contains large amounts of antioxidants; Safranal, for example, is a very powerful antioxidant. Therefore, it can be used to hydrate the skin, rejuvenate, brighten, reduce inflammation and repair the skin. It also protects the skin from UV rays.
Pyridoxine, or vitamin B6 in saffron, helps regenerate cells and relieve dry skin.
According to studies, the ancient Iranians used a solution of water and saffron to moisturize and protect the skin from hot and dry winds. Alexander the Great used a saffron bath to heal his wounds and Cleopatra used a saffron bath to beautify her skin. According to inscriptions on papyri, the ancient Egyptians also used saffron to make a dressing that they used to stop bleeding and infection; Because they realized its antibacterial properties. In ancient Rome, the rich and noblemen bathed in water and saffron every day.
Vitamin B9, or folic acid found in saffron and Orasense products, makes the skin glow. The zinc in saffron and Orasense products helps to get rid of pimples and prevents premature aging of the skin. Vitamin C in saffron in high concentration
It has and in addition to its antioxidant function, it also helps in collagen production. Crocin is also a very useful and effective antioxidant. In traditional Indian medicine, saffron is used to remove dull skin, treat acne, relieve sunburn, heal wounds and reduce pigmentation.
Saffron is one of the best plants for your skin, so try to have a saffrony life with saffron skincare products.