SKIN CARE: OTHER INGREDIENTS FOR YOUR BEAUTY REMEDIES

Apr 21 2009

Anhydrous Lanolin

Pure lanolin is extracted from the wool of sheep. It is closely related to the oil produced in the sebaceous glands in human skin. Wool fat has been used to make cosmetics since the times of the ancient Greeks and Romans.

Apple has anti-wrinkle properties and is helpful for oily and blemished skin.

Apricot

Is beneficial for a sallow or oily skin. It enlivens a wan complexion and makes it less wrinkle prone.

Apricot oil: is colourless and odourless. It is a very light oil and emollient. Can be used for all skin types to protect the skin from dehydration.

Arrowroot

Is soothing to the skin particularly when made into a gel. It may also be applied as a powder to which essential oils can be added, also used as a facial mask.

Avocado

The Chorti women rubbed their hair and bodies with avocado oil to keep them soft and resilient. The oil is used to protect the skin from getting burnt by the sun and the rough elements such as wind and rain. Avocado is especially good for skin revitalisation and strengthens dehydrated, ageing and damaged skin.

Banana

Is a rich moisturising fruit and is good for dry and aged skins with under active sebaceous glands.

Bee’s wax

The use of bee’s wax in cosmetics goes back in time to the ancient Greek’s, when the first cold cream was invented. It is used as an emulsi-fier in cosmetic creams, ointments and lip salves. Bee’s wax is high in vitamins and minerals which benefits the skin. It is non toxic and doesn’t clog or block the pores of the skin from absorption of the essential oils and herbs. It creates a protective lining on the skin and prevents dehydration.

Buttermilk

Is a soothing, slightly acid, astringent which also has a bleaching effect. It is suitable for all skin types and great for the summer months, when the skin needs to be cooled. It has been used as a folk remedy for the skin for centuries. Compresses with buttermilk are beneficial in treating skin disorders such as eczema, psoriasis.

Cabbage

This is suitable for acne and pimples, and is beneficial for promoting the healing of fresh scars

Carrots

These stimulate cell reproduction, moisturises and are beneficial for sensitive, dehydrated ageing skin.

Castor Oil

Is soothing to the skin and promotes healthy hair. It has remarkable drawing power. Castor oil will draw carbuncles, tick heads, splinters as well as any infection from any part of the body you put a poultice or pack on

Cocoa Butter

Is a solid fat from the cocoa plant. It melts at skin temperature and is very emollient and lubricating.

Coconut Oil

Is a semisolid saturated fat used in cosmetics as a lubricant for the skin and hair.