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| Irish Moss (Chrondus crispus) |
| The entire plant of Irish Moss, a seaweed, is used for its anti-inflammatory, demulcent and emollient properties and it is highly nutritive. It is included in lotions and moisturizers to soften the skin, moisturize dry skin and prevent wrinkles. It is also used to thicken cosmetics and as a binding agent in toothpaste. A compress or poultice of Irish Moss is used to soothe inflamed tissues. |
| Jasmine (Jasminum species) |
| Considered an aphrodisiac, jasmine flowers provide one of the most delightful fragrances of all. They are included in facial sprays, eye creams, bath herbs, lotions, massage oil and eye creams, and benefit dry, mature and sensitive skin. Jasmine can be used in a compress for tired eyes. Jasmine essential oil is used to scent perfume, soap, shampoo, conditioner and hair rinse. Every week, wash your hair brush and then apply two or three drops of essential oil of jasmine to the brush for beautifully scented hair that is a pleasure to brush. |
| Kelp (Fucus versiculosis) |
| The entire kelp plant, which grows in the ocean, is valued for its detoxifying and nutritive properties. Kelp is used in masks, toners and lotions. It helps to soften the skin. Kelp stimulates the thyroid gland due to its high mineral content, especially iodine, and thus is used to help reduce cellulite and aid weight loss. For this reason, kelp is added to soaps, baths and thigh creams. For oily hair and to promote shine, kelp is included in shampoos, conditioners and hair rinses. Using kelp internally in tablets or as an addition to food nourishes the hair and nails. |
| Khella (Ammi visagna) |
| The fruit of khella is used internally as a tea, tincture and in capsules and topically in salves to treat vitiligo. Khella helps to stimulate the synthesis of melanin. |
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