Category: Natural skin care

According to ancient Ayurvedic texts, the jasmine flower is considered 'Hrudhya Gandha,' or the fragrance that pleases the heart. This fragrant bloom can be used to make jasmine water (or hydrosol), and its gentle, appealing aroma offers a range of potential health benefits, especially for skin and mental wellness.

In Ayurveda and Siddha medicine, the flowers of the Avarampoo plant, scientifically known as *Senna auriculata*, are renowned for their therapeutic properties. These vibrant yellow flowers have been used for centuries, particularly in traditional Indian medicine, for their potent healing effects on skin, hair, and internal health.

For centuries, the vibrant red pigment of alkanet root (*Alkanna tinctoria*) has been valued as a natural dye for textiles and cosmetics. Beyond its powerful coloring ability, what are the benefits of alkanet root for skin, hair, and other applications, and what are the crucial safety considerations to be aware of?

Historically, comfrey has been known as 'knitbone' for its traditional use in aiding minor skin issues and bruises. Today, a key question for those preparing this herb is: how long do you boil comfrey to create safe and effective topical remedies like compresses or salves? For topical compresses, a simmer of 10-15 minutes for the root is often recommended, while oil infusions for salves may simmer for up to two hours.