THE MAGIC OF AYURVEDIC HERBS FROM KITCHEN TO COSMETICS

HERBS FROM AYURVEDA

Ayurveda as an unconventional medicine and a kind of philosophical trend, is based on the use of many types of herbs growing in Asia. For thousands of years, the properties of herbs and plants have been studied, and knowledge about their effects has been passed down through generations, which have further developed knowledge about their applications. A large part of these plants is currently associated mainly with spices, and examples of this include turmeric , cinnamon or ginger . Few people know, however, that these ingredients are used in the production of natural cosmetics. The properties of the above-mentioned cinnamon have found supporters already in ancient Egypt, among the pharaohs and the highest caste, because it supports circulation, which has a positive effect on the skin firming process. Cinnamon is also a natural UV filter, and cinnamon oil is used for skin inflammation. Unlike its predecessor, the origin ginger is not exactly known, but most theories say that ginger was cultivated in China and then traded in India. The miraculous properties of ginger could be discussed for a very long time, because it has a very wide spectrum of action - antibacterial, antiviral and supporting weight loss.

Another representative of the rich Ayurvedic family is sandalwood. Apart from its cosmetic use, sandalwood wood is used in the Far East as a material from which figurines and toys are carved. Sandalwood oil can effectively relieve pain in the temples, while the paste made from this tree is ideal for bites, is great for cleansing and supports healing in skin lesions. In the form of a balm applied to the skin, it has a positive effect on its smoothness and hydration. Probably due to its positive properties, sandalwood has gained the title of a sacred plant. Rosemary , which is also most often associated with meat seasoning, has found use in Ayurvedic care techniques. It has anti-inflammatory, anti-wrinkle and antibacterial properties. Lemongrass, apart from its pleasant and soothing scent, is a universal cosmetic and medical agent. It is a remedy for headaches, it also relieves fever and reduces the symptoms of colds and flu. In cosmetics, thanks to its scent, it is a component of many perfumes. In hair care, it deals with dandruff, and when applied to the skin, it helps get rid of acne thanks to its antifungal and antibacterial properties. These are just some of the extraordinary plants from the rich Arjuweda family. In our cosmetics, we use their extraordinary properties, combining traditional ways of preserving beauty with the modern effectiveness of our products.