|
Herb / Essential Oils |
Properties / Benefits |
|
Black
Tea |
Has antioxidant
properties. Detoxifies
the skin by cleansing away free radicals. |
|
Calendula |
Used
to treat wounds and various skin conditions. It also helps prevent
and relieve diaper rash and soothes the discomfort of measles and
chicken pox. |
|
Chamomile |
Soothing
and calming for anxiety.
For insomnia
used in a late bath. Will relax muscles as well as being anti-inflammatory. |
|
Cinnamon |
Indicated
in exhaustion, especially following infections such as flu. It is a
strong antiseptic
and makes a good inhalation. |
|
Clove |
Helps
lift mental and physical debility.
As an antiseptic
it may be used as an inhalation or on the skin. Renowned for
treating tooth infections and pain. |
|
Coffee |
Helps
to tighten and tone skin. Caffeine is a popular ingredient in many
anti-cellulite products. Coffee grinds gently exfoliate
skin promoting oxygenation
of the tissues. |
|
Dead
Sea Mud |
Has
many therapeutic
and rejuvenating
skin properties due to its unique mineral content. |
|
Eucalyptus |
A
strong anti-microbial
oil that has many uses as an inhalation and direct skin
application. An insect repellent. |
|
Ginger
/ Cardamom |
An
effective stimulating therapy for aches and pains. Used in the bath
it will help ward off infections and colds. |
|
Grapefruit |
For
blemished, combination or oily skin. Acne. Tones skin and tissues. |
|
Green
Tea |
Antioxidant
that also has anti-irritant properties. Recent
studies indicate that antioxidants in green tea help to slow down
the development of wrinkles. |
|
Jasmine |
A
wonderful aroma that is anti-depressant
and supposedly a sensual stimulant.
It eases pain in the whole of the female reproductive system.1 |
|
Lavender |
Relaxes
and eases aches and pains. It has a whole range of positive physical
actions but is especially useful for migraines
and headaches.1 |
|
Lemongrass |
An
invigorating oil that cleanses oily skin. |
|
Milk |
Contains lactic acid,
helps to nourish and repair the skin. |
|
Mineral Salts |
Helps to exfoliate,
soften and moisturize skin |
|
Mint |
May
help ease migraine.
An insect repellent. |
|
Nutmeg |
Calming
and relaxing. Relieves pain. Aphrodisiac.1 |
|
Oatmeal |
Oatmeal
has been used topically to heal wounds and various skin rashes. With
its demulcent
and soothing quality, oats are found in soaps and bath and body
products. Oatmeal baths and poultices
are wonderful for soothing dry, flaky skin or alleviating itching
from poison oak and chicken pox. Used in the bath, oatmeal makes a
god facial scrub and helps clear up skin problems. |
|
Patchouli |
A stimulant
to the nerves that lifts anxiety
and depression.
Has a reputation as an aphrodisiac. |
|
Rose |
Very
soothing for the nerves and an anti-depressant.
It can calm anger and alleviate hangovers.1 |
|
Sea Salt |
Helps gently exfoliate
skin, also contains many minerals that help nourish, cleanse and
detoxify the skin. |
|
Seaweed |
Has antioxidant
properties. Detoxifies
the skin by cleansing away free radicals. Also helpful in toning
skin and is a popular ingredient in anti-cellulite products. |
|
Strawberry Leaves |
Strawberry
leaves have been touted for their cosmetic benefits such as
smoothing and softening skin |
|
Sugar |
Helps gently exfoliate
skin, produces glycolic acid, an alpha hydroxy acid, which is
included in many skincare product lines. |
|
Tangerine |
Antiseptic,
antispasmodic,
astringent,
sedative |
|
Tea Tree Oil |
Tea
Tree is one of the best herbs for treating skin problems . In one
Australian study, it worked as well as the standard treatment of
benzyl peroxide to treat acne. Antiseptic
and anti-fungal,
tea tree infusions and oils are useful in many types of infections,
including those caused by the herpes
virus and Candida
organisms. It treats shingles, acne, diaper rash, vaginal
infections, burns, cuts, abrasions and infected wounds. Studies show
tea tree also stimulates immune-system functions. |
