Herbs used in skin care

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Herbs used in skin care

Post by richaj_13_9 » Mon Jan 28, 2008 7:06 am

1. There are many herbs that are used in the care of skin, among them is Tea Green. Tea Green is considered as a natural antiseptic and it is used for skin irritations and acne. Along with that Tea Tree Oil is also considered to promote hair growth in the scalp and has been known to produce wonderful results. It also works to remove the unwanted bacteria from the scalp as well as help improve the itchy flaky scalp and help kill the hair lice.

2. Shea Butter is used as a natural moisturizer for skin. It is mostly used for dry skin such as cracked hands and heels, it can also be used for stretch marks.

3. Among the family of herbs there is an oil, which is extracted from the plants, known as Jojoba plants. One can massage the scalp with Jojoba oil and the oil penetrates deep into the skin and makes the scalp healthy, as well as help grow hair and works on preventing split ends.

4.From the berries of the small palm trees is extracted an ingredient known as Saw Palmetto. Saw Palmetto is used to apply on the scalp and it helps improve the scalp and the different skin conditions. This is a widely used herbal treatment among both men and women.

5. From the surface of the oceans, seaweeds are being collected and are being used in a lot of beauty products. Seaweeds are rich in minerals and thus it is used in facial creams, face masks, which improve skin texture and hydration and prevent dryness, as well as scalp and hair to give them a glow and prevent dandruff.

6. There is another thing, which is gaining popularity these days, which is alfalfa. This is being used for brittle nails and prevents from getting a bad breath.

7. There is another plant extract known as aloe vera, which is used as an antiseptic for burns and it helps reduce the pain. It helps the skin to gain moisture and it gives a very soft complexion to skin.

8.There is a herb, which is widely used in beauty products to diminish the black spots on the face, which is known as basil.

9. Another herb, which has a whole lot of benefits that it provides is known as Chamomile. This herb has a very soothing effect. It works for a lot of problems such as menstrual cramps, tired and puffy eyes etc.

10. An oil extracted from the primrose plant is known as primrose oil. It helps to promote healthy nails, hair and skin.

11.A powder obtained from turmeric is turmeric powder, which is a splendid antibiotic. It helps for the skin, which is acne prone and oily.

12. The herb that is known for its cleansing properties is known as Thyme herb. It removes the dull and dead skin.

13.The herb, rosemary helps improve circulation, as well as nerves. This herb is used to improve the creasy and wrinkled skin and works to clear out the acne and dry dull skin. If used on hair, it gives them a shiny and beautiful look.

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