Herbs have been used for thousands of centuries to treat various diseases and symptoms. Skincare with herbs has proven to be very useful in improving the appearance of the skin, treating various skin problems and preventing diseases. Depending on skin type, skin condition, exposure and lifestyle, certain herbs may be more suitable for certain groups of people. Here are some excellent tips.
Understand the effects of herbs
Herbs have a special advantage over other natural skin care products because they have therapeutic effects. Treating the skin with herbs offers a comprehensive approach that can both relieve the symptoms of the skin and prevent and combat existing diseases and complications that cause the symptoms.
For example, acne problems are usually caused by an overproduction of sebum by the sebaceous glands at the base of the hair follicles on the skin. Too much sebum or oil can clog the skin pores and form hard plugs that cause blockages, irritation and inflammation.
Pimples, blackheads, whiteheads and other abnormalities then appear. Sebaceous gland activity can be largely due to abnormal hormone production during high stress, physical changes such as menstruation, and medication use. Herbs can help by improving the regulation and balance of hormones, treating both the symptoms and the core problem.
Herbal skin care may be able to treat conditions that cannot be treated with other commercial products and natural ingredients. Note that herbal is not the same as natural, organic or botanical. Herbs can be classified under botanical because herbs are plants.
Herbs are also classified as natural in the sense that they are natural sources and ingredients that can be labelled organic depending on how the herbs were grown, acquired, and blended into products. However, natural, organic and botanical products are not therapeutic and only mean that the ingredients come from natural, pure and herbal sources. It is also possible that herbal skin care products contain chemical and synthetic additives.
Herbs to try
There are thousands of herbs found around the world. A number of herbal skin care products are based on ancient Chinese medicine or Ayurvedic methods for treating various symptoms and causes. Arnica is an anti-inflammatory agent that helps with bruises and poor skin circulation. Aloe vera is very effective for burned and damaged skin. Aloin is the active ingredient of the herb, which contains iron, amino acids, enzymes, vitamins and minerals.
Alkanet root is used for skin ulcers and wounds. Borage prevents swelling and inflammation around the eyes. Chamomile is considered a beauty herb that makes the skin radiant and shiny. Chickweed helps against chronic itching in psoriasis and eczema.
Other effective herbs
Birch leaves are good disinfectants that relieve the formation of cellulite. They can be used antiseptically for inflammation and astringent, while the bark strengthens skin tissue. Herbal skin care also includes calendula, which promotes healing and tissue regeneration in wounds and sunburns.
Cleavers contain tannic acids with antiseptic effects. Comfrey leaves contain many carbohydrates that soothe, moisturize and heal the skin. Dandelion leaves can be used as an astringent and antioxidant. The roots are generally useful for skin rashes. Most ointments, creams and toners contain echinacea, which regulates and soothes the skin to treat infections and inflammation. Horsetail is another beauty herb that stimulates the production of new skin cells.
