astringent

April 4, 2018

Contracts tissue; mainly the skin, and may also reduce the discharge of blood or mucous. Astringent herbs help with tissue toning and tightening. Witch hazel and meadowsweet are examples. Astringent Recipes Blog Articles RESEARCH The listings of research below represents a compilation of scientific articles found on the […]

April 9, 2018

Bay Spice Face Tonic Recipe

This Bay Spice Face Tonic Recipe is spicy, and invigorating. Take a whiff and rub on the face for a morning wake up! The aroma is spicy, fresh, sweet, and earthy. Bay Spice Face Tonic Ingredients 10 bay leaves 10 allspice balls 10 whole cloves 10 slices of ginger OR […]

May 10, 2018

Cranesbill (Geranium maculatum) Research

Latin Name: Geranium maculatum Family: Geraniaceae Cranesbill has shown antiviral action against herpes and other viruses. Studies are promising, but human research is needed. RESEARCH GENERAL Natural Standard (2015). Spotted Geranium Monograph. www.naturalstandard.com ACHS. 2017. Course Material, HERB502: Cranesbill monograph. www.achs.edu ANTIVIRAL Geranium sanguineum had an antiviral effect against herpes related to […]

June 18, 2018

Lemon

June 18, 2018

Lemon (Citrus limonum) Research

Latin Name: Citrus limonum Family: Rutaceae A few dozen research articles were found on lemon. It is most researched for its antimicrobial actions, including antibacterial and antifungal possibilities. This gives it an antiseptic action good for cleaning surfaces and skin. Antioxidant and radical scavaging actions of the flavonoids of lemon […]

July 19, 2018

Rose Water Astringent Recipe

This Rose Water Astringent is luxurious and simple to make. The sweet delicately floral scent of roses offers mood boosting aromatherapy plus face toning benefits together in one recipe. Rose Water Astringent Ingredients 2 cups of rose petals – organically grown, with no exposure to pesticides or harsh chemicals – […]

October 5, 2018