Garcinia Powder Natural Herbal AHA Skin Brightening Anti-Acne Hair Care Remedy 100 g Garcinia atroviridis (Thai Garcinia / Asam Gelugor) ? Active Compounds and Basic Properties Garcinia atroviridis, commonly known as Thai Garcinia, is both a medicinal fruit and culinary herb. Its key active compound is Hydroxycitric Acid (HCA), which helps inhibit fat accumulation and boost metabolism. The fruit also contains organic acids, flavonoids, tannins, and pectin, offering antioxidant, antimicrobial, and wound-healing benefits. When applied externally, these compounds gently exfoliate dead skin cells, stimulate new cell growth, and restore smooth, radiant skin. ? Benefits for Skin, Hair, and Nails For skin, Garcinia helps brighten dull complexion, reduce acne scars and dark spots, smooth skin texture, and control excess oil with its natural AHA-like acids. For hair, it deeply cleanses the scalp, removes excess oil and dandruff, leaving hair soft, fresh, and shiny. For nails, its natural antibacterial and antifungal effects protect against nail infections, reduce brittleness, and improve nail clarity and strength. ? Applications in Herbal Products Garcinia is widely used in natural personal care and wellness products such as: Herbal soap ? exfoliates, clears acne, and brightens skin. Shampoo conditioner ? removes dandruff and excess scalp oil. Herbal toothpaste ? reduces plaque and fights oral bacteria. Massage balms ? soothe sore muscles, reduce inflammation, and refresh skin. Herbal inhalers ? dried rind blended with aromatic herbs for natural freshness.