Botanicals - Flowers & Herbs
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Botanicals / bəˈtanᵻkl / adjective
an organic, naturally dried flower, herb, spice or wood, from Mother Earth, all beautifully preserved in a jar for infusions, used for healing & self-care.
CHAMOMILE
Botanical Name: Matricaria recutita ~ Origin: Egypt ~ Organic
A dried flower head of the chamomile plant.
Chamomile holds anti-inflammatory properties known to help calm and soothe the skin.
CINNAMON
Botanical Name: Cinnamomum zeylanicum ~ Origin: Sri Lanka
A ground powder and quills from the inner bark of the cinnamon plant.
Cinnamon aids in stimulating circulation and contains warming antiseptic properties.
JASMINE FLOWERS
Botanical Name: Jasminum officinale ~ Origin: Australia
A dried flower head of the jasmine plant.
Jasmine is a sweet smelling fragrant flower abundant in antiseptic properties. It stimulates the growth of healthy cells and is excellent for sensitive areas.
LAVENDER
Organic ~ Botanical Name: Lavendula officinalis ~ Origin: Australia
A dried flower head from the lavender herb plant.
Lavender holds antiseptic, anti-fungal, antibacterial and anti-viral properties. An extremely versatile herb, known throughout the ages as the “healing herb” it is renowned for its calming and soothing effects.
LEMONGRASS
Organic ~ Botanical Name: Cymbopogon citratus ~ Origin: Australia
Dried leaves of the lemongrass herb plant.
Lemongrass holds astringent, antiseptic and deodorising properties. It is excellent for improving poor circulation and energising the skin.
NETTLE
Botanical Name: Urtica dioica ~ Origin: Australia
Dried leaves and stems of the nettle herb plant.
Nettle holds strong astringent properties. Excellent for stimulating circulation. Packed with vitamins, a healthy tonic for the skin.
OAKMOSS
Botanical Name: Evernia prunashtri ~ Origin: Europe
A dried lichen/moss collected primarily from the oak tree.
Oakmoss holds antiseptic properties and is mainly used to perfume cosmetic preparations as it has a strong floral scent.
PEPPERMINT
Botanical Name: Mentha arvensis ~ Origin: Australia
Dried leaves and stems of the peppermint herb plant.
Peppermint contains large amounts of menthol, an analgesic and calming substance. An anti-bacterial tonic, peppermint promotes a cooling effect on inflamed and irritated skin.
ROSEHIPS
Botanical Name: Rosa canina ~ Origin: Chile
Dried red berry like fruit of the rose bush.
Rosehip holds a high concentration of Vitamin C, restoring and regenerating tissue. Rosehips have been proven to significantly slow down the ageing process.
ROSEMARY
Organic ~ Botanical Name: Rosemarinus officinalis ~ Origin: Australia
Dried leaves & stems of the rosemary herb plant.
Rosemary holds powerful stimulating and astringent properties. A restorative skin tonic, it is great for increasing blood flow and circulation.
ROSE GERANIUM
Organic ~ Botanical Name: Pelargonium roseum ~ Origin: Australia
The dried leaves of the pelargonium (geranium) plant.
Rose Geranium holds anti-fungal and anti-inflammatory properties. It is useful in the treatment of dry skin conditions, balances sebum, controls overproduction of oil and promotes even skin tone.
ROSE PETALS
Organic ~ Botanical Name: Rose centifolia ~ Origin: Australia
The dried flower petals from the rose bush.
Roses have been known throughout the ages as the “Queen of Flowers”. Excellent for the skin and the soul, roses have long been used in skincare. The petals hold mild astringent properties stimulating and tightening the skin and healing blemishes. The exquisite perfume of the rose truly delights the senses.
SAGE
Organic ~ Botanical Name: Salvia officinalis ~ Origin: Australia
The dried leaves of the sage herb plant.
Sage holds potent healing qualities, known throughout the ages as the “saviour herb”. Antiseptic, analgesic and anti-inflammatory, preventing infection. Sage promotes rapid healing of the skin.
SANDALWOOD CHIPS/POWDER
Organic ~ Botanical Name: Santalum album ~ Origin: Australia
A ground powder and chips from the wood of the sandalwood tree.
Sandalwood holds powerful antiseptic and mild astringent properties. Renowned for its soothing qualities, it is useful in the treatment of dry skin conditions.
YARROW
Botanical Name: Achillea milefolium ~ Origin: Australia
Dried leaves and stems of the yarrow herb plant.
Yarrow holds strong astringent properties which enables skin cleansing, removal of dead cells and assists in closing pores.