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Aloe Vera:
The aloe vera plant, known as the “burn plant” for its ability to heal burns, is really an overall “miracle plant” and a multi-healer amongst herbs for skin. As one of the best natural herbs for face there is, Aloe Vera has great anti-fungal and anti-inflammatory properties and is very cooling to the skin. This herb contains a potent mix of vitamins A,C,B, F, B12 and several amino acids. For acne, Aloe Vera can be mixed with tea tree oil to make an outstanding acne face wash. You can use Aloe Vera mixed with a little cosmetic clay to make a healing face mask. Simply mix a little water with powdered cosmetic grade clay and some aloe vera gel. If you have an aloe Vera plant handy, you can simply slice of the spears of aloe and scoop out the jelly-like substance from within. Aloe Vera mixed with almond oil can be worked into the skin on the face for a healing moisturizing treatment. Lavender: Lavender as one of the natural herbs for face has a variety of antiseptic and antimicrobial properties. Lavender is especially effective on burns, along with aloe vera. Lavender can be used for treating psoriasis and dry skin as well. Lavender is one of the best herbs for skin there is! One great way to use lavender is to make “lavender water”. Here's how to make it:
You can also combine lavender with oatmeal to make and “oatmeal-lavender bath” for when you have an area of skin affected by dry, itchy skin or a rash. You can combine two tablespoons of dried lavender with two tablespoons of oatmeal in a cotton muslin bag. Tie or use a rubber band to hold closed and place in a bathtub of warm water and let steep for five minutes or so before getting in. |
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