Plants for skin care

Plants for skin care

Plants for skin care

Алоэ-вера ( Aloe vera )

Сок из листьев этого растения широко используется для лечения кожных раздражений, высыпаний, солнечных ожогов. Он смягчает и дезинфицирует кожу.

Анис ( Anisum vulgare )

The seeds of this plant are used. By brewing tea from them and infusing it for an hour, you will get a skin disinfectant solution. Anise seeds also have a softening effect on the stomach. And if you chew them after eating fish or meat, they will promote better digestion. And this, in turn, affects the appearance of your skin.

Арника ( Arnica montana )

Arnica flowers are widely used as a tonic for the skin, as well as for the treatment of acne. Arnica has an emollient effect, but this plant should not be taken orally: in certain doses, it becomes a strong poison.

Sweet orange (Citrus aurantium) and bitter orange (Citrus vulgaris)

Используются плоды, цветы и кожура апельсина. Из кожуры горького апельсина получают так называемое летучее масло – его аромат успокаивает. Это масло применяется как омолаживающее кожу средство ( особенно при стареющей, сухой коже ).

Sweet basil ( Ocymum basilicum )

It is widely used as a compress after abscesses or bee stings. The whole plant is used: it has a strong pleasant aroma. It is recommended for use in aromatic mixtures. This is a good tonic for the skin.

Бергамот ( Monarda diduma )

Aromatic mixtures are prepared from the leaves, fruits and flowers of this plant. Bergamot is widely used in perfumery. Tea is brewed from the fresh leaves of this plant. This is a good sedative.

Береза ( Betula alba )

Birch baths tone and heal. Baths are also used for articular rheumatism and gout. Dry steamed birch leaves are very effective for compresses, and also help with rheumatism.

Бузина ( Sambucus nigra )

Branches, leaves, flowers and berries of this plant are used for skin diseases. Elderberry tincture serves as a face lotion. This lotion dries the skin well.

Verbena

This is one of the most delicious and useful plants. Verbena extract has long been used in perfumery and herbal medicine. Verbena gives freshness to the skin.

Walnut ( Juglans nigra )

Bark and leaves are used, especially for skin diseases and inflammations. The oil obtained from nuts is used both in cooking and in cosmetics. It gives a healthy shine to the hair and is often used for the industrial production of soaps and shampoos. It is said to help strengthen hair.