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Herbal Cosmetics
By
D\ Riham Nassar
Specialist Clinical Pharmacist

• Introduction
• Common herbals used in cosmetics and their benefits

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Introduction:

Herbal Cosmetics have growing demand in the world market and
is an invaluable gift of nature
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Herbs and spices have been used in maintaining and enhancing
human beauty since time immemorial
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Dry Skin Treatment

Coconut oil
Coconut oil comes from the fruit or seed of the coconut palm tree
Cocos nucifera, family Arecaceae
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Coconut oil is excellent as a skin moisturizer and softener
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A study found
that coconut oil helped prevent protein loss from the wet combing
of hair when used for fourteen hours
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Sunflower oil
contains lecithin, tocopherols, carotenoids and waxes
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Aloe
A native of southern Africa, the aloe vera plant has fleshy spinytoothed leaves and red or yellow flowers
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Simply cut one of the aloe vera leaves to easily extract the
soothing gel
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The Rhodiola root has long been used in the traditional
medical systems in Europe and Asia to increase an organism’s
resistance to physicalstress , currently; it is widely thought to have
antioxidative properties
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It is a valuable herb since ages as it is rich natural
source of Vitamin A along with other essential vitamins
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As it promotes the formation of new cells and helps in reducing
wrinkles
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Ginkgo
Ginkgo comes from the ginkgo tree, Ginkgo biloba belongs to
family Ginkgoaceae, which grows to a huge size
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The
capillaries become more flexible and as a result more oxygen is
delivered to the brain and eyes, so important as we age
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Dandruff Treatment
Ayurved has numerous natural medications wherein the most
common herbs include Neem, Kapoor (naphthalene), and Henna,
Hirda, Behada, and Amalaki, Magic nut, Bringaraj, Rosary Pea,
Sweet Flag, Cashmere tree and Mandor
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Henna has a natural
Henna comes

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affinity with the proteins in our hair, making it able to “stain” the
colour onto the hair shaft
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Whether applied topically or
consumed as a beverage or dietary supplement, green tea is a
premiere skin protectant
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The catechins in green tea are
some 20 times stronger in their antioxidant powers than even
vitamin E
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Calendula

Calendula, pot marigold, is a genus of about 12–20 species of
annual or perennial herbacessential oilsus plants in the daisy
family Asteraceae
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There is "limited evidence"
that calendula cream or ointment is effective in treating
radiation dermatitis
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Amla is rich in vitamin C, tannins and minerals
such as phosphorus, iron and calcium which provides nutrition to
hair and also causes darkening of hair
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Almond oil
The almond oil is obtained from Prunus dulcis
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This oil contains very
small amounts of super-unsaturated Omega-3 essential fatty
acids
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The almond oil also proves to be a very good cleansing
agent
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Essential Oils
Essential oils are natural fragrances extracted from virtually
every part of a plant
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Essential oils are not oils in a strict sense, but often share with oils
a poor solubility in water
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The FDA and other authorities recognize essential oils generally
as safe
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The uses of essential
oils are determined by their chemical, physical, and sensory
properties, which differ greatly from oil to oil
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Essential oils can be used in several ways for cosmetic purpose like
Inhalation, Baths, Massage, Compresses, Steam treatments, Room
Fragrance etc
Most often essential oils are used as:
 Co-preservatives: many essential oils have antibacterial
activity and are added as supportive agents to synthetic
preservatives
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 Hair care: essential oils are used as conditioning
 Anti-dandruff & permanent waving agents
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Essential oils can thus have sustained effects in the skin
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Steam-distilled rose oil is known as "rose otto“ while the
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solvent extracted product is known as "rose absolute"
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The key flavor compounds that
contribute to the distinctive scent of rose oil are betadamascenone, beta-damascone, beta-ionone, and oxide
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Eucalyptus oil
can help to get rid of dandruff, which in turn can help to promote
healthy growth of hair
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Massaging scalp with
eucalyptus oil can stimulate blood circulation and thereby,
making hair healthy and beautiful
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Currently, there is a growing interest
toward natural antioxidants of herbal resources
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Free radical formation is controlled naturally by various
beneficial compounds known as antioxidants
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The leaves from
black and green tea (Camellia sinensis), long used amongst
western and Asian populations, respectively, constitute an
important source of potentially health-protecting antioxidants
and world-wide represent the most popular form of daily herb
consumption
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It is beneficial in boosting immune system
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Vitamin E
Both plants and animals serve as a source of vitamin E
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It is known as 'scavenger of free radicals’
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Honey:
• Wound healing
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Several small studies describe the use
honey or honey-soaked dressings for various types
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wounds, including wounds after surgery, chronic leg ulcers,
abscesses, burns, abrasions, cuts, and places where skin was
taken for grafting
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In some reports, wounds healed
with honey after other treatments failed to work
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If fresh
lemon juice is applied on the area of a toothache, it can
assist in getting rid of the pain
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 Hair Care: Lemon juice has proven itself in the treatment of
hair care on a wide scale
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If you apply lemon juice
directly on the hair, it can give your hair a natural shine
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The juice can be
applied to reduce the pain of sun burn, and it helps to ease
the pain from bee stings as well
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It acts as an anti-aging remedy and can remove
wrinkles and blackheads
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Chamomile has moderate
antioxidant activities and studies indicate it is has potent
skin-soothing action, among other benefits
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• has antiseptic and anti-inflammatory properties, and can be
used as a natural mosquito repellent
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Cinnamon:
• Can have antioxidant properties, but also can aggravate
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• cinnamon may reduce inflammation, have antioxidant
effects, and fight bacteria
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Early research suggests that applying
cassia cinnamon oil cream to the skin can protect against
mosquito bites
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Tea tree oil
has skin-soothing properties and is also an antioxidant
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• For improving skin concerns such as breakouts, tea tree oil
concentrations of 2
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However,
the amount present in most skincare products is usually less
than 1%, as higher amounts impart a strong scent many
people find intolerable, not to mention these higher
amounts increase tea tree oil’s potential to sensitize and
redden skin
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Some people also
use roses as a rich source of antioxidants, which can help
strengthen skin cells and regenerate skin tissue
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• Those with dry skin sometimes use rose water as a
moisturizer
• rose water can play a role in reducing damage from sun
exposure
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When those fibers break
down, they cause your skin to lose firmness and sag
• rose water may help decrease damage to the skin's elastin
fibers and prevent wrinkles

Cranberry:
• A cup of cranberries possesses 8983 antioxidant capacity
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13g of water per 100 g
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• It nourishes the body with carbohydrates, proteins, minerals
like calcium, phosphorus, iron, sodium, magnesium,
potassium, zinc and vitamins like niacin, riboflavin, Vitamin
B6, E and K
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• Vitamins A and C that are present in cranberry juice are the
two main vitamins that promote the growth of healthy hair
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 Prevents Psoriasis and Alopecia:
• The antiseptic and antifungal properties of this juice prevent
dandruff, psoriasis and other scalp-related problems
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The vitamin C in cranberry
juice is an essential nutrient to treat damaged hair and
prevent a variety of hair disorders
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 A Natural Hair Color:
• It can be used to color the hair
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• Use this as a final rinse after washing the hair
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 Skin Benefits Of Cranberry Juice:

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• Cranberries offer a plethora of benefits to the skin
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It is effective in treating wrinkles that are primarily
caused due to free radicals
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• The free radicals present in the environment are responsible
for the formation of wrinkles, redness, pigmentation and
fine lines on the skin
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 Acts as a Toner:
• The acidic nature of cranberry juice also helps people with
oily skin
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• Mix cranberry juice along with honey and rub it on the
face
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This instant mix works as a
wonderful toner for the skin
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• Collagen helps the blood vessels under the skin carry oxygen
and other nutrients which, in turn, soften and firm up the
skin and make it look young and radiant
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Consumption of
cranberry juice will help keep the skin smooth and supple
even during winters
 Treats Acne:
• The antiseptic properties of this juice are very effective for
treating acne and boils on the skin
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• A mask made with cranberry juice as one of the primary
ingredients brightens the skin and gives an instant fresh
look
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Make a fine paste of it
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When applied on a regular basis, it is sure to
give the skin a lighter tone
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• They are rich in the following vitamins and minerals:
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Sodium
3
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Potassium
5
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Zinc
7
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Vitamins A, B1, B2, B6, C, E
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You must have seen and used various skin
care products which contain the Aloe gel
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The anti-aging property of Aloe keeps the skin supple and
rejuvenated and also lightens blemishes
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It also helps in getting rid of stretch
marks
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It reduces the
irritation and inflammation of the skin and heals the cuts
due to shaving
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It has antimicrobial property
that helps kill the bacteria causing acne and reduces the
acne marks by lightening the skin
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But the rays
sometimes penetrate through them
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It is an excellent cooling
agent
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It reduces the pain and the redness of the
skin and forms a protective layer which reduces further
damage
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• Aloe gel is hydrating and moisturizes the skin well
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 Benefits Of Aloe Vera Juice For Hair
• Excessive exposure to dust, sun and pollution make your hair
extremely dry, brittle, and damaged
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Aloe Vera is useful for all hair types, especially for dry and
damaged hair
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Following are some of the benefits of aloe vera for hair:
• Promotes hair growth: Aloe Vera is rich in proteolytic
enzymes which help to remove the dead skin which clogs the
pores of the scalp, which hinders the growth of new hair
follicles
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So the Aloe gel
removes the sebum making the scalp squeaky clean and
promoting hair growth
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This keeps the hair moisturised and helps the hair to retain
natural moisture
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• Reduces dandruff: Aloe Vera is widely used for curing
dandruff since the ancient times
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It also
heals scalp diseases like psoriasis and seborrhoea
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This
would enhance the moisturizing properties of your
conditioner as it deeply hydrates your hair giving you soft
and smooth hair
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Pomegranate:
Benefits of Pomegranate Seed Oil for Skin and Health:
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This helps to reverse skin
damage, revive skin and reveal a more youthful
appearance
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Fights Against Free Radicals:
• Pomegranate seed oil contains a unique polyunsaturated oil
called “punicic acid”, an omega 5 fatty acid, which has
strong anti-inflammatory properties
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It also provides
protection against sun damage
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The oil absorbs deeply into the skin without leaving any
greasy residue behind
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The oil is used in products
meant for oily skin, to control acne breakout, reduce
scarring and soothe minor irritation
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Anti-Inflammatory Nature:
• Pomegranate seed oil provides a soothing and hydrating
relief to people suffering from eczema, psoriasis and
sunburned skin
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It also heals the
wounds and restores skin health
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This helps to improve the texture of the skin
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Massage Oil:
• Pomegranate seed oil is also used for massaging
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Ingredient in Anti-Ageing Creams:
• Pomegranate seed oil is often included in the anti-ageing
creams
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It helps with collagen production,
firming the skin
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It has some amazing hair benefits and is
good for all hair types
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Revitalizes Dull & Dry Hair:
• Pomegranate seed oil revitalizes dull and dry hair and
protects it from environmental pollution
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Stimulates Blood Circulation in Scalp:

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• The high antioxidant and vitamin content in pomegranate
seed oil increase blood circulation in the scalp and
strengthen blood vessels, increasing hair growth
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Clears Scalp Debris:
• Hair follicles often get clogged due to the dandruff and
flaky skin
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Pomegranate oil clears debris and buildup from the
scalp, stimulating hair growth
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Anti-Pruritic Property:
• Pomegranate seed oil also soothes and fights scalp bacteria
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It also
alleviates the redness, inflammation and itchiness that
accompany these scalps conditions
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Nourishes Hair:
• Pomegranate oil stimulates blood flow to the root of the
hair
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It
strengthens the connective tissue within the hair follicles,
stimulating hair growth
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Effective Hair Tonic:

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• Pomegranate seed oil acts as an effective hair tonic when
mixed with a carrier oil like castor oil, coconut oil, almond oil
and even Vitamin E oil
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Balances pH Level of Scalp:
• Pomegranate seed oil works well to balance the pH level of
the scalp
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It
softens, fortifies and flushes out the dirt particles and
bacteria from the scalp
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Hot Oil Treatment:
• Pomegranate seed oil is often used in the hot oil treatment
to soothe frizzy and curly hair
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It goes through the hair shaft and cures each strand from
within, restoring the natural beauty of hair
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The scalp absorbs the benefits of oil up to the seven
layers deep and provides deep conditioning
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The oil is non-greasy and will leave the
hair pleasantly scented
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Apricot:
• Prunus Armeniaca (Apricot) Kernel Oil and Hydrogenated
Apricot Oil function as skin conditioning agents - occlusive
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• Armeniaca (Apricot) Kernel Oil contains approximately 5866% oleic acid, 29% linoleic acid, 4-6% palmitic acid and
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• Apricot kernel oil possesses many therapeutic properties
which make it suitable for its various uses
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• Anti – Inflammatory – It reduces inflammation when
applied topically or when ingested
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• Anti – Bacterial – This effect is made use of to treat clothes
and other products to keep bacteria away
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• Antioxidant – prevents the skin from damage by free
radicals
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It is
non-irritant and soothing for the skin
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Apricot oil percolates deep
into the skin
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It soothes irritated skin
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One can use
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it after a shower to seal the moisture into the skin
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Once it is absorbed into skin,it
provides
moisturization
for
a
long
time
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It
penetrates nicely into the skin and also improves the
delivery of essential oils and other herbal agents
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It can be utilized for various kinds of massage that
require an oil
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Apricot
kernel
oil
for
Hair
Apricot oil is loved by many people around the world for
their hair care
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These are the health benefits that organic
apricot oil provides to hair
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• It reduces dry scalp problems
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• When used as a hot oil treatment, it conditions the hair and
provides them nutrition
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• 3
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It aids in reducing dark circles, puffiness and
helps to strengthen the skin around this region
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It helps to improve skin tone,
nourish the skin and lower the appearance of aging signs,
like wrinkles, lines and blemishes
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That is because it has a comedogenicity of 2
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This may result in acne breakouts and
blackheads
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