Thanakha

The Secret To Burmese Beauty

Burmese Thanakha

Over 2,000 years ago the legendary queen of the ancient city of Pyu in Myanmar (Burma) used and loved Thanakha for skin protection and nourishment. This beauty ritual continues to this day. Thanakha is principally derived from the finely ground bark of the Thanakha tree (Limonia Acidissima tree), which grows abundantly in central Myanmar. It is a natural cosmetic that you can see only in Myanmar(Burma). Burmese people grind the tree bark against a smooth flat circular stone slab with a little amount of water to make the paste and apply that paste on their face or body. Thanakha has a refreshing fragrance and provides a cooling sensation. It is said to heal skin inflammation, works against acne, provides protection, and moisturizes as it is highly antioxidant, vitamin E and absorbs UV rays which protect our skin against free radicals and polluted air. Burmese people wear Thanakha during the day for sun protection and use it as a natural skin mask to nourish, moisturize and calm the skin with its rich and natural ingredients after taking a bath or washing face at night. Thanakha is a unique traditional makeup and essential of Burmese people for their daily life. It is believed to be the secret to the ageless beauty and flawless skin of Burmese people.

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