But in topical creams, it often has a hard time getting past the outer layer of skin because it is comprised of fairly large molecules. As a workaround, the most effective eye cream will use sodium hyaluronate instead, a derivative that is more easily absorbed into the skin because it has smaller molecules.
Allspice takes its name from its aroma, which smells like a combination of spices, especially cinnamon, cloves, ginger and nutmeg. In much of the world, allspice is called pimento because the Spanish mistook the fruit for black pepper, which the Spanish called pimienta.
Paying a Complement. When nutmegâs own flavor isnât an option, your best bet is often to find a flavor that will complement your recipe in its own right. Allspice is always a good choice, because of its chameleonic ability to offer hints of other spices wherever itâs used. In baked goods or beverages, two common uses of nutmeg, use your imagination. If your apple pie calls for cinnamon and nutmeg, add a pinch of ginger or clove instead.