A skin gel containing a vine extract called Cardiospermum has been shown in a UK trial to be a helpful alternative to steroids for eczema and dermatitis. What is Cardiospermum? Cardiospermum is one of the commonest herbs used for skin problems from Sri Lanka where it is locally known as balloon vine. Its main medicinal powers lie [...]
A super-antioxidant face masque that combines two superfoods – blueberries and pomegranate – has been developed to help minimise the negative effects of sun exposure BY Rebecca Laske 4 July, 2007 The Super Food Anti Oxidant Masque has been developed to help minimise free radical damage and inflammation caused by too much sun exposure, which leads to [...]
A UK trial found that a skin care range containing a plant extract called Oregon Grape Root, is effective in reducing the symptoms of psoriasis. Psoriasis is a recurrent skin condition that affects around 10% of the UK population. It is caused by an acceleration of skin cell production. Normally a skin cell matures in 21-28 [...]
A new UK trial has found that a natural oral care range (which includes a chewing gum, toothpaste and mouthwash) containing a high concentration of mastic gum, a natural resin taken from the Pistacia Lentiscus Tree from the Greek island of Chios, could be the first preventative treatment to for mouth ulcers while also aiding [...]
A liquorice balm containing an extract of liquorice could help prevent cold sores, according to a new study. Cold sores are caused by the herpes simplex virus which effects over 30 million people in the UK. Liquorice contains high levels of Glycyrrhizic Acid, which research shows has strong anti-viral actions. When applied to the [...]
A new breakthrough treatment for arthritis has been shown in published research to deliver effective pain relief to stiff, painful joints within just 30 minutes of application, which is faster than most oral painkillers. The most common symptoms of arthritis are pain, stiffness, reduced joint range of movement and limitations to normal daily activities, such [...]
Two ancient spices, Boswellia Serrata (Frankincense) and Commiphora Molmol (Myrrh), have been found in combination to be AS successful at reducing pain and inflammation caused by arthritis than conventional NSAID’s, according to a UK trial by a doctor. What is Boswellia and Commiphora Joint Rub? Boswellia and Commiphora Joint Rub contains two spices, Boswellia (Frankincense) and Commiphota (Myrrh) [...]
Usually we’re told that drinking alcohol can make acne even worse, but a new face masque made from beer sediment can actually help improve the symptoms of acne but slowing down sebum production and killing off bacteria that causes acne. BY Rebecca Laske 4 July, 2007 The skin benefits of beer sediment (brewer’s yeast) were discovered in [...]
A new natural cold sore rescue gel containing an extract of liquorice and melissa oil could help reduce the intensity of cold sore outbreaks. Cold sores effect almost 30 million people in the UK. The herpes cold sore virus (herpes simplex) can be picked up from one simple kiss and stays with you for life, with [...]
A Dry Scalp Shampoo containing Cardiospermum and natural honey has been found to help combat dry scalp dandruff. Dandruff is a troublesome and often embarrassing condition suffered by millions of people. However although treatment may appear straightforward in the form of anti-dandruff shampoos – in fact the causes of dandruff are more complex and may [...]
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