List of ingredients in our recipes and their benefits

Alphabetical List of Ingredients

Benefits

Raspberry for circulation: Raspberry purée contains sulfur, which helps to counteract inflammation and promotes circulation. Go to Toner

Orange and Roman-chamomile oils to help relax infants: Orange and Roman-chamomile essential oils have a relaxing effect on babies when added to an aromatherapy lamp and placed in the nursery. Go to Baby Oil

Chamomile for skin inflammation: Both Roman (Anthemis nobilis) and German (Matricaria recutica) chamomile are rich in antibacterial and analgesic volatile oils. Use either form of chamomile to relieve such skin inflammations as eczema and psoriasis. Go to Herbal Baths

Roman-chamomile essential oil for very sensitive teeth: Roman-chamomile essential oil has a very relaxing, anti inflammatory effect that is especially good for small children who have irritation and pain from teething. Go to Mouthwash

The rose geranium oil is high in terpene alcohol, which inhibits the proliferation of odor-causing bacteria.

Rose and primrose oils to soften and protect: The delicately scented essential oil obtained from roses can keep your baby's skin soft and smooth. One of the best skin oils for infant care, it imparts a light, gentle scent. The oil obtained from primrose flowers can protect skin from diaper rash and inflammations. Go to Baby Oil

Rose water for gentle care: Rose water is often found in commercial cosmetic products because of its fragrant, softening and mildly astringent properties. The delicate water is obtained from a steam distillation process that can extract the oil. Its gentle effect make rose water great for use in shower gels, creams and lotions. Go to Shower Gel

Rose hydrosol for silkiness: Rose hydrosol invigorates and softens the skin and regulates pH moisture balance. Go to Anti-Wrinkle_Cream

Natural hydrosols: Hydrosols, a water by-product of essential-oil production, make an aromatic substitute for the water portion in cream recipes. Rose hydrosol moisturizes dry skin; lavender hydrosol conditions normal skin. Go to Night Cream

Rose water for delicate skin: Produced when extracting the essential oil of rose, rose water is a good base for a toner. It is added to many skin-care products because of its tightening, invigorating effect. Used alone, rose water nourishes the skin and helps make it stay soft and silky. Go to Toner

Hydrosol - The condensed water that is left behind when plants are steam distilled to make essential oil. A little like waters made from roses and lavenders and other herbs, except more pure and a little more concentrated. You can make your own waters, just by steeping an herb in warm water and straining. Or, you can purchase hydrosols. See below. What is a hydrosol?  Go to Sunscreen Lotion

Rose petals for a rosy glow: The petals of the rose (Rosa spp.) are not only soothing, but also contain a small amount of vitamin C; ascorbic acid is known to smooth and tone the skin. Adding rose petals to your bath will lightly moisturize dry, sensitive skin and encourage a healthy, rosy glow. Go to Herbal Baths

Rose blossoms for tender skin: The conditioning ingredients contained in rose pedals help soothe and restore dry skin. Go to Cleansing Talc

Rose petals revitalize the scalp: The components in rose petals tone and tighten the scalp with their gentle astringent action. Go to Hair Treatments

Rose-hip-seed oil for damaged skin: Rose-hip-seed oil has a clear, reddish colour. It is extremely high in essential fatty acids and is excellent for scarring, wrinkled or aging skin. The oil is also good for dry and sun damaged skin. Look for unrefined, organic rose-hip-seed oil; only this type should be used on your skin. Go to Anti-Scar Oil

Red clover to soothe: Red-clover flowers contribute anti-inflammatory substances that gently condition dry, sensitive skin and help alleviate mild sweating. Go to Facial Compress

Rosemary essential oil to boost cell formation: This clear oil has a strong, earthy fragrance reminiscent of eucalyptus. It can stimulate new cell formation and is good for all skin types. Go to Anti-Scar Oil

Rosemary oil for a healthy scalp: The component terpineol found in the essential oil of rosemary leaves will stimulate circulation in your scalp, strengthen the roots of your hair and generally promote healthy hair growth. This stimulating effect alleviates hair and scalp problems and prevents damage. Go to Shampoo

Essential oils for scent and shine: Lemon essential oil can give your hair a healthy shine. Peru-balsam oil conditions fine hair and makes it easier to comb. Rosemary oil is also good for natural shampoos, since it contains components that help invigorate and strengthen both your scalp and your hair. Go to Shampoo

Juniper and rosemary oils for circulation: Both juniper and rosemary oils are stimulating and refreshing. They help increase circulation, decongest sluggish and under active tissues and stimulate the body's metabolism.

Essential oils for your hair type: Adding essential oils to conditioners can help address your particular hair-care needs. For instance, myrrh and geranium oils can help repair dry, damaged hair, while clary-sage oil can give hair a delicate sheen. Dandruff may benefit from cypress oil, which gently cleanses the scalp without drying it out, and from tea-tree oil, which helps fight bacterial infections that can occur with severe cases of dandruff. Invigorating rosemary oil stimulates circulation and promotes vigorous hair growth, which can counteract hair loss and dandruff.  Go to Hair Conditioner

Rosemary for fine hair: Rosemary essential oil improves hair structure and supports healthy scalp function. The oil gently conditions fine and brittle hair. Go to Hair Setting Lotion

Rosemary for sore muscles: The dried leaves of rosemary (Rosmarinus officinalis) have an invigorating and warming effect on the body. Added to bathwater, they make an excellent remedy for aching joints, sore muscles and poor circulation. Go to Herbal Baths

Essential oils for scent and shine: Lemon essential oil can give your hair a healthy shine. Peru-balsam oil conditions fine hair and makes it easier to comb. Rosemary oil is also good for natural shampoos, since it contains components that help invigorate and strengthen both your scalp and your hair. Go to Shampoo

Caution: Pregnant women and epileptics should avoid using bay-laurel, lemon and rosemary essential oils, since they can trigger contractions or seizures; lemon oil can also cause photosensitivity.

Rosemary for sore muscles: The dried leaves of rosemary (Rosmarinus officinalis) have an invigorating and warming effect on the body. Added to bathwater, they make an excellent remedy for aching joints, sore muscles and poor circulation.

Essential oils: Essential oils are added to a night cream to customize them for a particular type of skin. Rose-otto oil stimulates cell renewal and moisturizes dry or mature skin. Peru-balsam oil can regenerate dry flaky skin and is excellent for acne and oily skin, as well. Go to Night Cream

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