Illuminating Saffron Serum - 30ml
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Illuminating Saffron Serum – 30ml
Discover radiant, glowing skin with our Illuminating Saffron Serum, a 100% natural Ayurvedic face oil enriched with the power of 600 Kashmiri saffron flowers in every bottle. This luxurious serum blends Saffron, Liquorice, Indian Madder, and Banyan Tree extracts to brighten, even skin tone, and visibly smooth fine lines—delivering a healthy, luminous complexion without the need for a complicated routine.
Saffron is prized for its antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties, helping to protect, hydrate, and illuminate your skin. Liquorice and Indian Madder support skin repair and reduce the appearance of pigmentation and fine lines, while Banyan Tree and Mahua flower provide instant hydration and toning. Suitable for all doshas and skin types—including oily, combination, and sensitive—this lightweight facial serum balances sebum, calms irritation, and keeps your skin looking fresh and youthful.
Packaged in a glass dropper bottle for easy, hygienic use, it’s the perfect addition to your daily skincare ritual.
Key Benefits:
-Brightens and illuminates for a radiant glow
-Evens skin tone and reduces pigmentation
-Smooths fine lines and delays signs of ageing
-Deeply hydrates and balances all skin types
-100% natural, vegan, cruelty-free, and palm oil free
The Illuminating Saffron Serum is crafted over 18 days to fully infuse each strand’s nutrients for maximum results.
How to use:
After cleansing, apply 1–2 drops to damp skin and gently massage in. For best results, use nightly and allow to absorb overnight.
Award Winning | Cruelty Free | Synthetic Fragrance Free | Non-GMO | Palm Free
- Instantly hydrates
- Brightens & Illuminates skin
- Reduces fine lines
- All-in-one - Moisturiser & Serum
- No skin irritation
- Clears blemishes
- Helps treat acne
- Anti-microbial
- Anti-inflammatory
- Fast absorbing
- Evens skin tone
- Anti-oxidant
- Improves skin texture
- Improves uneven skin tone
- Rejuvenates dark circles
- Reduces visible pores
Kesar (kay-surr)
Part of the Iris family Iridaceae, the Saffron (Khus) flower is mostly known for the stigmas cultivated to the Saffron spice. It has been grown and cultivated for 3,500 years and used in India for centuries.
The Saffron used in our soaps are cultivated in Kashmir - known for the most potent Saffron in the world.
Recyclable. Biodegradable. Refillable.
The oil bottle is packaged in a recyclable cardboard box.
The bottle itself is made from Amber glass. This stops UV light from damaging the ingredients inside and keeps them stable. The bottle is also recyclable.
What we're working on: The plastic cap. Having done 2 years worth of research we haven't yet identified a more sustainable, affordable alternative. We aren't giving up though - watch this space!
What are the key ingredients in the Saffron Serum?
The Saffron Serum is crafted with natural ingredients like Saffron, Liquorice, and Sandalwood.
How does the Saffron Serum incorporate Ayurvedic principles?
By using carefully selected botanicals and natural resources, the serum embraces the holistic benefits of Ayurveda, ensuring gentle yet effective care for your skin.
What are the benefits of using this serum?
This serum is designed to nurture your skin and reveal a radiant complexion. It uses the wisdom of Ayurveda, emphasising the holistic benefits of natural resources.
Is this product tested on animals?
No way! Saabuni is all about being cruelty-free. This serum hasn't been tested on animals.
Which skin type is it most suitable for?
The Illuminating Saffron Serum is suitable for all skin types. If you have oily skin or struggle with breakouts, the idea of applying oil to your face may seem counterintuitive and overwhelming. However, incorporating our Saffron Serum into your skincare routine can actually be highly beneficial, even for oily skin types. Find out more below.
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The Ritual
Have Oily Skin?
If you have oily skin or struggle with breakouts, the idea of applying oil to your face may seem counterintuitive and overwhelming. However, incorporating our Saffron Oil into your skincare routine can actually be highly beneficial, even for oily skin types. Allow us to explain...
Balancing sebum production
Oily skin often produces an excess of sebum, leading to a shiny or greasy complexion. Surprisingly, using a lightweight oil like Saffron Oil can help restore balance to sebum production. When the skin is adequately hydrated, it signals the sebaceous glands to reduce oil production, thus diminishing excessive oiliness.
How does our oil achieve this?
It harnesses the properties of the Indian Barberry herb, which is renowned for its ability to reduce the production of skin lipids (sebum).
Maintaining hydration
There is a common misconception that oily skin doesn't require additional moisture, and applying a moisturiser may worsen the oiliness. As a result, oily skin often lacks proper hydration. However, our Saffron Oil contains an extract from the seed of the Blue Lotus, which serves as a natural skin moisturiser. Its properties mimic the skin's natural sebum, helping regulate moisture levels and promoting a healthier complexion.
Toning and nourishing
The inclusion of the Mahua flower in our oil provides it with cooling properties and acts as a skin toner. This ensures that your oily skin receives the necessary nourishment and maintains a balanced appearance.
If you have oily skin, we recommend starting with just one or two drops of Saffron Oil to assess its compatibility and observe the positive effects it can have on your skin.
Ingredients
Full Ingredients:
Sesamum Indicum (Sesame Seed Oil), Crocus Sativus Flower Extract (Saffron), Pterocarpus Santalinus (Red Sandalwood), Rubia Cordifolia (Indian Madder), Glycyrrhiza Glabra (Liquorice), Berberis Aristata (Indian Barberry), Vetiveria Zizaniodes (Vetiver), Prunus Cerasoides (Wild Himalayan Cherry), Nymphaea Stellata (Blue Water Lily), Ficus Benghalensis (Indian Banyan), Ficus Lacor (Java Fig), Nelumbo Nucifera (Indian Lotus Saffron), Aegle Marmelos (Indian Bael), Premna Mucronata, Oroxylum Indicum (Dusky Fire Brand Bark), Gmelina Arborea (Gamhar), Stereospermum Suaveolens (Patala), Desmodium Gangeticum (Shalaparni), Uraria Picta (Prisniparni), Tribulus Terrestris (Gokshur), Solanum Indicum (Brihati), Solanum Xanthocarpum (Yellow Berried Nightshade), Madhuca Longifolia (Mahua), Caesalpina Sappan (Sappanwood).
Delivery
How long will my order take to arrive?
Our products usually take between 4-5 days to arrive but can take longer at busy periods such as Valentines Day, Ramadhan, Easter or Christmas. During Pre-order, please refer to the product page for details.
UK Shipping - Free Delivery on all UK orders (4-5 days). Express Shipping (1-2 Days) is also available.
International Shipping - Charges differ per region, please refer to our shipping palolicy here for more details.
Brightens and Illuminates
In Ayurveda, the ancient Indian system of medicine, saffron is highly regarded for its remarkable health benefits. This precious spice sourced from Kashmir is considered a true "elixir" due to its potent antioxidant, antimicrobial, and anti-inflammatory properties. Moreover, saffron is widely recognised as an essential ingredient in many beauty treatments.
Contains Liquorice, Indian Madder and Vetiver.
This 100% natural Ayurvedic formulation features Indian Lotus Saffron, Liquorice and Indian Madder to delay signs of ageing, even out skin tone, and provide a glowing complexion. Vetiver clears blemishes, while Liquorice improves skin texture. Indian Madder, Banyan Tree, Mahua and Sappanwood extracts, smooth fine lines and provide hydration.
How to Use
Apply 1-2 drops of Illuminating Saffron Serum to your face and gently massage in. For best results allow it to work overnight.
Top tip: Use a Kansa Wand to help massage the oil in.
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