Calendula flowers are soothing for dry skin.
Chamomile flowers contain a natural anti-inflammatory ingredient called azulene. It calms and soothes itchy, irritated skin. A good addition for a child’s bath.
Ginger root may be grated using a Microplane grater and added to baths to stimulate skin, increase blood flow, and energize the body. It also can be added to coconut oil for a stimulating and mildly exfoliating skin scrub. Ginger tones and softens the skin.
Horsetail or Equisetum is a mineral-rich astringent. Good for skin toning and improving hair and nails.
Lavender is antimicrobial and anti-inflammatory and healing for the skin. It relaxes you, calms nerves, and aids in getting a good night’s sleep.
Lemon balm is cleansing and sedating.
Marjoram is a decongestant and is invigorating. It aids with muscle pain and strains.
Rosemary is stimulating and refreshing to add to baths and hair rinses. A good choice for baths for sore muscles.
Rose petals from your organically grown roses add a nice fragrance to any bath or body treatment.
Sage is antiseptic and astringent and deeply cleansing for the skin. It is especially good for oily skin.
Spearmint and peppermint are cooling, anti-inflammatory, and very refreshing. They contain menthol, which stimulates blood flow. Peppermint is stimulating and invigorating.
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