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Hibiscus is often referred to as a miracle flower. The vitamin C and E extracts in the flower lighten your skin tone and hydrate it to get glowing skin.  Hibiscus is excellent for skin tightening because the anthocyanins stimulate elastin production, helping the natural process of keeping your skin tight and youthful looking.  One of the primary benefits of hibiscus for skin is that it is rich in Vitamin A. Vitamin A is anti-inflammatory when applied to the skin and can help reduce any redness or soreness.  At the same time, hibiscus acids promote production of a protein that boosts cell regeneration, speeding healing along.  Hibiscus contains phenolic compounds that, by scavenging free radicals, protect the skin from environmental damage.  Furthermore, alpha-hydroxy acids (AHAs) in hibiscus exfoliate the skin, making it an excellent choice for a face pack .  In addition, it improves skin texture and reduces blackheads and hyperpigmentation. You can use h...

Hibiscus tea is a herbal tea made as an infusion from crimson or deep magenta-colored calyces of the roselle flower.  It's an anti-inflammatory, which can keep cortisol (the stress hormone) away from you. Keeping you relaxed and calm. Loaded with nutrients, stuffed with antioxidants, and here to help you deal with everything from hypertension to reducing heart disease risks, weight loss, and complete immune system health.  It is consumed both hot and cold. It has a tart, cranberry like flavor.  Roselle (Hibiscus sabdariffa) is a species of flowering plant in the genus Hibiscus that is native to Africa, most likely West Africa.  BENEFITS OF HIBISCUS TEA  It may lower cholesterol levels.  It may lower blood pressure. It may lower blood sugar levels. It may act as an anti-microbial agent. It may be an antioxidant. It may help to manage weight. It may act as an anti-cancer agent. It may reduce inflammation.  HIBISCUS TEA RECIPE Pour 1 cup of boiling water...

Butterfly pea has been used for reducing stress and anxiety from ancient times. Drinking blue tea will help you feel relaxed and get a good night's rest. Butterfly pea tea or blue tea is an herbal drink that is very popular in Thailand. Butterfly pea tea contains an amino acid called tryptophan, which can help to promote the production of the sleep hormone melatonin. Drinking blue tea before bed can help you to fall asleep faster and stay asleep longer. Shankhpushpi in hindi or Butterfly pea (Clitoria Ternatea) in English, is called 'Medhya Rasayana' in Ayurveda - meaning a drug which rejuvenates, maintains and potentiates intellect and memory. It is also known as Asian pigeonwings or cordofan pea.  Butterfly pea is a crawler type of plant. Mostly Butterfly pea varies in color like blue, pink,  purple and white also. Butterfly pea  also helps improve brain function and memory. Blue Pea flower tea is rich in melatonin, a hormone that regulates sleep cycles. Drinking a cup ...

  A milk bath is a bath where you add milk in liquid or powdered form to warm water in your bathtub.  According to scholars, milk baths were used "as a recipe for beauty", as well as for healing, rejuvenation and disenchantment.  Milk bath help ease a number of skin conditions that cause irritation. Milk contains lactic acid, which helps gently exfoliate the skin, leaving it with a much smoother texture and easing the symptoms of dry, rough skin. You can go for a milk bath everyday as we all know how important self care is!  But if it causes skin irritation, try to reduce the frequency of milk baths. BENEFITS OF MILK BATH  Milk baths have been popular since ancient times and are also known for their nourishing properties and ability to soften the skin.   Milk contains proteins, fats, vitamins, minerals, and lactic acids, which can help soften and protect the skin  In addition to its exfoliating properties , lactic acid can also be effective at bright...

Blue lotus flower (Nymphaea caerulea) is a psychoactive plant, also known as blue Egyptian lotus, blue water lily, and sacred blue lily.  Blue Lotus has been used in traditional medicine for thousands of years as a natural aphrodisiac, sleep aid, and anxiety reliever. However, at higher doses achieved by inhalation, users can experience euphoria and hallucinations.  While there's limited research on the human health effects of consuming lotus, it's thought that these antioxidant compounds might protect against diseases that stem from oxidative stress.  In particular, they may have anticancer effects, protect against Alzheimer's disease, and prevent liver damage. Lotus, the aquatic plant is almost completely edible, from flowers to seeds to roots.   All parts of the lotus have been used for medicinal purposes for several ailments.   LOTUS LEAVES  Lotus leaves are widely distributed, rich in resources, and inexpensive.  Because lotus leaves are full of a...

So, the idea is why waste so much money on branded or company made facial packs which also includes chemicals that might harm your skin or can cause allergic reactions.  Why not make a fresh home made quick facial which is not only completely organic and chemical free but also is super affordable as all it's ingredients are straight from your kitchen and are almost no weight on your pocket. Here is a recipe of Gram Flour Yoghurt face pack which gets ready in few seconds and can make your skin glow within 10 to 15 minutes. Ingredients 1 tablespoon gram flour Approx.2 tablespoon yoghurt  1/2 tablespoon any vegetable oil (olive or or almond oil is best) A pinch of turmeric (optional) Mix all ingredients well for few seconds, the consistency should be semi liquid. Not too thick not too liquid. Apply this mixture on face and neck, keep it for 5 minutes, than start scrubbing in circular motions.  This will remove all dead skin, some unwanted hair growths or dust and dirt will a...

Lip balm or lip salve is a wax-like substance applied typically to the lips to moisturize and relieve chapped or dry lips, angular cheilitis, stomatitis, or cold sores. Using lip balm daily is important for keeping your lips moisturized and protected from the elements.  Dry, chapped lips can be uncomfortable and even painful, so it's important to keep them hydrated. Lip balms available in market might contain chemicals or substances which you might have allergy from. So try below given organic, home made, super easy, DIY lip balm recipes and say goodbye to chapped lips. ORGANIC LIP BALM RECIPES COCOA BUTEER LIPBALM  Add coconut oil, beeswax, almond oil, and cocoa butter to a pot, and create a double-boiler to heat the ingredients.  Stir the ingredients together, and turn off the heat.  Add a few drops of the essential oil (any essential oil of your choice like Rose essential oil, Orange essential oil, Strawberry essential oil etc.) to the mix, and stir. ...

Spikenard, popularly known as Jatamansi in India, has been used extensively in Ayurveda for ages. According to Ayurveda, Jatamansi helps in preventing wrinkles due to its Snigdha (oily) nature.  Jatamansi is traditional known to boost collagen and maintain natural elasticity of the skin.  As a blood purifier, it removes the harmful toxins from the body and makes the complexion even and clearer. It smells like slightly musky, woody, aromatic, earthy, warm and sensual scent.  The jatamansi powder has multiple benefits, you can use its oil and apply it on your skin, which is good for bacterial infection. The antifungal and antioxidant properties of jatamansi powder good for your skin jatamansi.  As mentioned in Ayurveda, jatamansi have been used in various herbal formulations including dietary supplements. This important traditional drug is also used to treat epilepsy, hysteria, syncope, convulsions, and mental weakness. The traditional use of jatamansi is consuming i...