7 Herbs And Spices To Incorporate Into Your Beauty Routine
Many of you consume various supplements and apply skin solutions religiously to keep your hair and skin healthy. Did you know that the herbs in your garden and the spices you use in dishes can immensely benefit your looks? Here are seven herbs and species that can enhance your appearance.
Cinnamon
Cinnamon, your everyday spice, is filled with free radical scavengers that can create a glowing complexion. For a quick boost, sprinkle a few drops of it on your coffee grounds. It helps to support clearer skin and it can be used as a perfect body or face mask.
When obtaining Cinnamon, ensure that it is not too old. Store it in a dark place for best results.
Cannabis
The recent spike in cannabis beauty products suggests that you consider it for your beauty routine. Hemp seed, a cannabis derivative, is rich in free radical scavengers that can heal and moisturize skin. The seeds are also full of omega-3 and omega-6 fatty acids, fiber, and protein, essential for skin health.
If you have trouble obtaining cannabis, you can quickly cultivate it in your garden with top quality cannabis seeds in 2020.
Turmeric
The key bioactive component in turmeric, curcumin, and this helps support a healthy inflammatory response and contains free radical scavengers that can calm and generate a natural glow for the skin. Curcumin is also a great topical soother for wounds. A turmeric face mask may also help in calming skin irritations and promote a glowing complexion.
To make a face pack, mix ¼ teaspoon of turmeric with one teaspoon of milk and one teaspoon of honey.
Garlic
Although some people dislike garlic for its pungent odor, it is also an essential herb for your hair and skin health. Garlic supports microbial balance & healthy skin flora.
Raw garlic also has vitamin C and free radical scavengers that protect the skin from aging effects.
Chamomile
Chamomile is known to remove dark facial spots and provide a radiant glow to the skin. Chamomile tea supports a healthy inflammation response and is soothing and calming to the skin.
Calendula
Calendula oil and extract bring an overall improvement to your skin. Calendula is used to lighten acne scars. It provides firmness and hydration to your skin, and is great for dry climates.
Thyme
Besides increasing the flavor of food, thyme is known to enhance blood flow which can activate hair growth. Thyme oil also supports healthy microbial balance.
Thyme oil should be mixed with a carrier oil and massaged on the skin for the best results.
Conclusion
In desperate times such as these, it is prudent to take care of your hair and skin woes without exposing yourself to conventional therapies. The herbs and spices mentioned above will help you to make yourself glowing from your home's comfort.
Try them today!
References
- 11 Herbs and Spices You Need To Incorporate Into Your Beauty Routine Now
- These 7 Herbs and Spices Can Save Your Skin
Writer Crystal Willson is a full-time content marketing specialist. She has been closely monitoring the cannabis industry trends for quite some time. She has worked in various domains before the cannabis industry.
For educational purposes only. This information has not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This information is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease, or sell any product.
