Did you know that chestnuts are now also considered an essential beauty ally?

What are the skin benefits of sweet chestnut? Photo: AFP

Whether roasted, in soups, in purees or enjoyed whole, sweet chestnuts are one of the star foods of the fall season. But did you know that chestnuts are now also considered an essential beauty ally?

From protection and hydration to repair, this seasonal treat has many unsuspected virtues.