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Essay / Aloe Research Paper - 915
For centuries, people around the world have used herbs for skin, hair, and nails. Herbs have many healing properties and can cure or relieve skin problems that synthetic products cannot. They provide a natural, safe and non-invasive alternative for people of all ages. If you use it correctly while maintaining a healthy lifestyle, you will be able to cure your skin problems and keep your skin clean, firm, hydrated and wrinkle-free. One of the most hydrating herbs is aloe. Aloe is 99% water which will moisturize and hydrate. Aloe contains many vitamins, minerals, enzymes and fatty acids that benefit your skin. It adds antioxidants to fight free radicals to prevent premature aging and wrinkles. Aloe is an emollient that softens the skin while protecting elasticity and collagen. it is also an antipuretic that helps calm and soothe itchy red skin, such as roseasa, eczema or sunburn. Aloe will also fight acne with its anti-inflammatory properties while helping oxygen reach your skin cells. Don't be afraid to use the thick, gooey center of the herb, as it is one of the safest herbs on the market. Aloe is used in the majority of product lines in moisturizers, masks, serums, hydrating, anti-aging and acne formulas in all price ranges. Chamomile is one of the oldest and most commonly used herbs. It originates and grows mainly in Asia and Europe, but you can grow it in your garden. it is similar to aloe in that it soothes, heals and adds antioxidants to the skin. This herb has antibacterial properties that help cure acne-causing bacteria. Chamomile can be used to lighten hair and skin. Studies have shown that chamomile can penetrate deeper layers of the skin when used topically. A chamomile oil or lotion will help soothe and restore... ... middle of paper ...... levels are high, the tissues around the hair follicle become stronger so your hair grows better. The grass is very beautiful when it grows, it looks like lilac, except that the flowers are star-shaped. Clary sage is called the herb for clear eyes because of its ability to draw irritating debris from your eyes. If you ever get a splinter, use clary sage, it will kill the germs and help remove the splinter. In the beauty industry, you will find that the brand Bio Elements loves using sage in their products. These are just a small part of the herbs beneficial for skin and beauty. They are clearly safe because major companies use them in their products and the FDA approves them. You don't need to spend tons of money on produce, you can simply create your garden with your essential herbs. Keeps your skin young, firm and beautiful..