CLEAR GLOW FACE & BODY SALVE
This is an great salve for the skin. It helps slow the aging process and keeps the skin soft and supple.
Ingredients: Coconut oil, Olive oil, Rosehips, Calendula, Hibiscus, Red Clover, Self Heal, Zinc, Vit C (Ascorbic acid), Beeswax, Manuka honey, Wheat Germ oil, Aloe Vera, Vitamin E.
Herb: CALENDULA
Botanical name: Calendula officinalis
Origin: Egypt
AKA MARIGOLD
Therapeutic actions: Anti-phlogistic; Anti-fungal; Anti-inflammatory; Antiseptic; Antispasmodic; Aperient; Astringent;
Cholagogue; Diaphoretic; Emmenagogue; Skin; Stimulant; Vulnerary; Warts.
Nutrients: Calcium, coenzyme Q10, phosphorus, vitamins A, C and E.
Drug interactions: No known drug interactions.
Description: It has been used for the blood and skin both internally and externally. Romans used it to treat scorpion bites.
External uses: The flowers make an excellent poultice or compress for burns, scalds, stings, impetigo, varicose veins, ear and eye infections, chilblains and eruptive skin diseases. Other uses include: acne, chicken pox, measles, frostbite, sprains, poison oak and ivy, breastfeed support and sore nipples.
Herb: HIBISCUS FLOWER
Botanical name: Hibiscus sabdariffa
Origin: Egypt/India
Therapeutic actions: Anti-scorbutic; Astringent; Diuretic; Febrifuge; Refrigerant; Stomachic; Tonic.
Nutrients: Vitamin C.
Description: It has been used as a tonic tea for digestive and kidney functions.
Internal uses: Decreases the viscosity of the blood, reduces blood pressure and stimulates intestinal peristalsis. It
has been used for abscesses, bilious conditions, cancer, cough, debility, dyspepsia, fever, hangover, heart ailments,
hypertension, neurosis and scurvy.
Herb: RED CLOVER BLOSSOMS
Botanical name: Trifolium pratense
Origin: USA/Croatia
Therapeutic actions: Alterative; Anti-scrofulous; Antibiotic; Anti-inflammatory; Anti-viral; Anti-fungal; Anti-microbial; Antineoplastic; Anti-tumor; Antispasmodic; Aperient; Anti-cancer; Blood purifier; Detergent; Diuretic; Expectorant; Laxative; Sedative; Skin; Tonic.
Nutrients: Calcium, iron, magnesium, manganese, niacin, potassium, phosphorus, selenium, silicon, zinc, vitamins A, B1, B2, B3, B5 and C.
Drug Interactions: Interacts with Estrogen, Heparin, Ticlopidine and Warfarin.
Description: It is considered one of the best blood cleansers. It is beneficial for the liver, lungs, nerves, digestion, and lymph.
External uses: The American Indians used it in a wash for sore eyes and in salves for burns.
Herb: ROSE HIPS
Botanical name: Rosa canina
Origin: Chile
Therapeutic actions: Astringent; Anti-microbial; Anti-pyretic; Anti-scorbutic; Antispasmodic; Anti-cancer; Carminative; Diuretic; Laxative; Ophthalmic; Stomachic; Tonic; Vermifuge. Nutrients: Calcium, iron, magnesium, manganese, phosphorus, potassium, selenium, silicon, zinc, vitamins A, B1, B2, B3, C, D, E and P.
Description: Rosehips provide high quality nourishment for the blood, nerves and heart. Helps to prevent infections, as well as help fight infection once present.
Herb: SELF HEAL
Botanical name: Prunella vulgaris
Origin: USA
Therapeutic actions: Alterative; Anti-bacterial; Anti-pyretic; Antiseptic; Antispasmodic; Astringent; Carminative; Diuretic; Febrifuge; Hypotensive; Stomachic; Styptic; Tonic; Vermifuge; Vulnerary.
Description: Self Heal has been helpful in the healing of wounds and ulcers. It has an anti-bacterial action, inhibiting the growth of Pseudomonas, Bacillus typhi, E. coli, Mycobacterium tuberculi and other bacteria.
External uses: It has been helpful in the treatment of wounds, ulcers and sore.
Herb: ALOE VERA
Botanical name: Aloe ferox
Origin: S. Africa
Therapeutic actions: Astringent; Anti-fungal; Anti-bacterial; Anti-viral; Abortifacient; Alterative; Anthelmintic; Antibiotic; Anti-inflammatory; Antiseptic; Bitter; Cathartic; Cell proliferant; Cholagogue; Decoagulant; Demulcent; Depurative; Emmenagogue; Emollient; Insecticide; Laxative; Purgative; Stimulant; Stomachic; Tonic; Vermifuge; Vulnerary.
Nutrients: Amino acids, calcium, folate, iron, magnesium, phosphorus, potassium, zinc, vitamins A, B1, B2, B3, C and E. Drug interactions: Supports those taking glyburide. Check with doctor if on topical cortricosteroids.
Description: Aloe has been used to treat burns and other wounds since ancient times. It has been able to increase the amount of blood flow to areas of burned tissue, stimulate cell regeneration, relieve pain, reduce
inflammation and decrease redness. It has also been used internally for people with poor circulation, AIDS, skin and digestive disorders.
External uses: Burns, gingivitis, acne, bunions, corns, arthritis, tennis elbow, dandruff, hair loss, sunburn, stretch marks, sun spots, skin cancer, liver spots, itching, radiation burns, ulcers, heat rashes, chapped skin, eye infections, abscesses, hemorrhoids, insect bites, allergies, chickenpox, shingles, hives, athlete's foot, bed sores, chronic ulcers, varicose veins and psoriasis.
OLIVE OIL
Botanical name: Olea europaea
Origin: Spain/Italy/Greece
Internal uses: It has been uses for gallbladder inflammation, flatulence, constipation, gastrointestinal ulcers and kidney stones.
External uses: It has been used for psoriasis, eczema, sunburn and rheumatism.
COCONUT OIL
Botanical name: Cocos nucifera
Origin: Asia
Therapeutic actions: Anti-bacterial; Anti-viral; Anti-microbial.
Description: Coconut oil has the essential MCT (medium-chained triglycerides) which are burned for energy instead of stored as fat like the LCT or Long chain triglycerides. These MCT's are what is found in mother's milk and is easily digested.
External uses: A great additive to herb al salves. It has antimicrobial and antiviral healing abilities and naturally solidifies salves to a creamy texture.
BEESWAX
Description: Beeswax is honeycomb melted. It is used for controlling the consistency of salves.
ZINC
Description: Zinc is a mineral that plays a key role in skin health, immune function, and cell growth. Zinc may protect against acne, inflammation, and other skin conditions. Zinc is also essential for wound healing, skin repair, and preventing infections.
MANUKA HONEY
Description: This honey is Antibacterial and anti-inflammatory. It also has antioxidant and hydrating properties. Apply manuka honey on your skin to soothe acne, eczema, or other inflammatory skin conditions. Many cultures have used Manuka honey for wound healing for centuries.
WHEAT GERM OIL
Description: The anti-ageing properties of this ingredient can prevent the visible signs of premature ageing. Moreover, the abundance of vitamin E in wheat germ oil can keep your skin supple and hydrated for a long time. It's always better to find skincare products with wheat germ oil as a part of the ingredients in them. It will ensure that you enjoy the goodness of wheat germ oil combined with other powerful ingredients. The oil can make your skin look soft and supple to promote a smooth texture and bright complexion. Additionally, wheat germ oil can thicken the skin to enhance its water retention capacity.
