Oolong Tea (Wu-Long tea)
Oolong Tea (Wu-Long tea) has a very long history in Asia as being used for everything from helping control weight and fighting tooth decay, to promoting “healthy and shiny” hair.
Teas (Herbs)
Chlorella
INCI: Chlorella vulgaris Chlorella is a single-celled green algae high in chlorophyll. It’s a gorgeous green color which some people use to help naturally color their products (soaps, shampoos, conditioners, etc).
Orange Peel
Orange Peel (INCI: Citrus sinensis) aka: Valencia Orange, Navel Orange, Sweet Orange Orange peel is the cut and dried peel of actual oranges. It has a long history in Chinese and Ayurvedic Indian medicine where it’s been used for centuries. …
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Celery Seed (Apium Graveolens)
INCI: Apium Graveolens Other Names: Wild Celery, Ajamoda, Smallage Celery itself has many benefits for the body. It’s full of Vitamins A, C and E along with minerals like Calcium, Selenium and Magnesium.
Lemon Verbena
INCI: Aloysia Citriodora Other Names: Aloysia Triphylla, Louisa Herb, Vervain Lemon Verbena is probably the most naturally lemon scented plant around (fresh leaves). It’s also used as flavoring in foods and makes a great herbal tea. Lemon verbena is antispasmodic,…
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Coltsfoot
INCI: Tussilago Farfara Coltsfoot is an antibacterial herb typically used to reduce inflammation and help condition hair. It’s full of Vitamins A, C and B, as well as minerals like Manganese, Calcium and Zinc.
Fenugreek (Methi)
Fenugreek haircare INCI: Trigonella foenum-graecum AKA: Methi, Chandrika, Madhika, Greek Hay Seed Fenugreek is a well-known ayurvedic beauty secret used to improve health conditions and strengthen the hair. The seeds even have a sweetish, maple syrup like scent to it…
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Hibiscus
INCI: Hibiscus Sabdariffa I l.o.v.e. Hibiscus. The deep red flowers of the hibiscus plant are what makes the deep red 'tea' (herbal infusion), which is then used in my DIY leave-ins, conditioners, and moisturizers. Hibiscus is also on the list…
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Moringa Oleifera
INCI: Moringa Oleifera Oil Moringa Leaf (oil and powder) has become more and more popular in recent years. It comes from what is called the “miracle tree” and has been used since ancient times. Every part of the tree (leaves,…
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Mullein Leaf
INCI: Verbascum Thapsus Mullein leaf is known to be great for treating respiratory problems. Mullein is high in magnesium, iron, potassium and sulfur. Its been said to have astringent, antiviral and antibacterial properties. {snippet adszooleft} The reason why people have…
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