Most people have heard of rucola/arugula/rocket/roquette – it’s that innocuous leafy green vegetable which you may add to a salad to give it a bit of a boost in the flavour department since it has a bitter peppery taste. Nothing special right? Wrong! It’s absolutely bursting with health promoting properties, and the oil extracted from […]
The beard, sometimes referred to as a sign of masculinity, and at other times believed to be a sign of uncouthness or rebellion, has been making a huge comeback over recent years, and it’s estimated that today approximately 55% of men worldwide have some sort of facial hair. But what’s the reason for this latest […]
Drying Oils vs Non-drying Oils, What’s the Difference? Natural plant oils and extracts have been favourite additions to our skin and hair care products for quite some time, partly due to their pleasing aromas, but also for their increasingly known beneficial properties and effects. In contrast, the chemical additives in our daily care products can […]
The main problem for those with oily and combination skin is enlarged pores, which may spoil both the appearance and one’s mood. Our skin consists of thousands of tiny holes, or pores, through which it breathes, removes metabolic products in the form of sweat, and performs other processes. Normally, the pores are almost invisible to […]
Uses for Aloe Vera The aloe vera plant has a long and prestigious history for its phenomenal effect on the skin, dating back over 6000 years. Known as “the plant of immortality” by Ancient Egyptians, it was an important funeral gift. It is also reputed to have been used by Cleopatra and Nefertiti, both known […]
The skin is one of the most important organs in our body. It shapes our appearance, gives a feeling of touch, warmth or cold, and protects against infection. Only moisturized skin looks good and performs its functions. Without water, the metabolic processes in the skin slow down, and the skin loses its ability to function […]
Jojoba plant This is a very interesting plant! It grows in the harsh sultry conditions of the desert, capable of killing all life. And not just growing, but producing amazing nuts with many magical properties. This is a perennial, evergreen shrub, with a height of one to three meters, with roots extending into the ground […]
The truly most revered contribution of ancient India to the world is the manifold and – above all – beneficial uses of sandalwood and sandalwood oil. Sandalwood has been a significant part of Indian mythology, culture and rituals. The heartwood of the tree, as well as the paste made from its wood, was considered sacred. […]
Grain, flour, bread, cereals … the most common food products in our everyday diets, that have been around since the beginning of mankind. Archaeological finds indicate the cultivation of grain in the “Cradle of Civilization”, also known as the “Fertile Crescent”. A boomerang-shaped part of the Middle East – spanning from the western fringes of […]
A need-to-know woman secret! The 100% natural oil obtained from the ancient herb Fenugreek has a wide range of health benefits. How women in particular can take advantage of its healing properties. The healing properties of fenugreek was used in Ancient Egypt to treat burns, stimulate childbirth and embalming mummies. Hippocrates, as early as 500 […]
