Propolis- Propolis is the most medicinal beehive product. It has been used since ancient times. Propolis is a resinous material collected by foragers from a variety of plants, especially the buds of trees. The word propolis is believed to have been coined by Aristotle, who defined how propolis was used to protect and defend the hive. Propolis means "Before the City", or "Defender of the City". Propolis exhibits anti-inflammatory activity and topical anesthesia. It is antiviral, antibacterial, and antifungal. Propolis aids in healing wounds and reducing inflammation. The general medicinal uses of propolis include: treatment of tissue regeneration, excema, and wound healing (particularly burn wounds, infections, and lessions. Together fungicidal characteristics, it provides many benefits in various applications in cosmetics.
Aloe Vera Oil- Renowned skin soother that relieves sunburn and the symptoms associated with several adverse skin conditions, such as psoriasis and eczema.
Avocado Oil- Beneficial to dry, weathered, or wrinkled skin. Avocado has an excellent shelf life because of built-in antioxidants.
Bergamot Oil- Antiseptic and treats psoriasis, herpes, acne, stress, depression, nervousness, and eczema.
Borax- has mild emulsifying properties that make it especially useful in handmade creams and lotions. It stabilizes the emulsion, when using beeswax as an emulsifier. A part of every skin problem is due to the toxic elements found in soaps and lotions themselves. While borax won't directly heal your skin or complexion, it does replace the agents that are causing damage, so healing can occur.
Camphor- has the unique dual action of cooling and heating the skin simultaneously Camphor treats infectous diseases and chapped skin.
Cocoa Butter- excellent skin softner.
Coconut Oil-in its raw state, coconut oil is a wonderful product, rich and emollient with strong coconut scent.
Comfrey- Makes a good external application for pain and inflammation. Used externally, makes a good poultice for wounds, bruises, sores, and insect bites. Use regularly for a more youthful skin. Comfrey has an apparent ability to hasten the healing of broken bones and sprains, relieves tired muscles and joints.
Eucalyptus- effective expectorant, it is the most common cough, cold, and sinus remedy throughout the world. Inhaled or rubbed on the chest, helps clear congested respiratory passages. Treats chapped hands, lips, and other skin irrations, helps relieve muscular aches and pains. It is believed to be balancing, antiseptic, anti-viral, decongestant, expectorant, insect repellant, and fever reducing.
Geranium-calming, balancing, and uplifting effect, amking it a helpful treatment for depression, nervous anxiety, and fear. It is an antioxidant, antiseptic, and astingent, and has been used as a treatment for wounds and ulcers. It is also effective in treating athletes foot. It is balancing for both oily and dry complexions, and is helpful in treating acne, and aging skin. It is an effective ingredient for treating skin disorders such as eczema and shingles. It promotes stability and balance.
Ginger Oil-acts as an antiseptic. It treats rheumatic pains and breaks up congested areas. It is used for purification, and promoting courage, confidence, aggression, and success.
Grapefruit Oil-Astingent. The scent of grapefruit oil induces euphoria and relieves performance anxiety. Grapefruit is bright, uplifting, clean, and euphoric. It is also cleansing, clearing, and stimulating to the lymphatic system. Helps in aiding mood swings toning to the skin. It is belieVed to help rid the body of cellulite by cleansing away toxins.
Jojoba Oil-Jojoba is very close in nature to human sebum, a natural oil excreted around hair follicles. It is absorbed readily by all skin types.
Lavender-Has calming qualities. Conditions to which lavender is applicable include: depression, insomnia, stress, headache, burns, acne, sore muscles, sprains, stiff joints, nervous tension, and hair loss. It is anti-fungal, antiseptic, anti-depression, calming, normalizing, hormonizing, deodorizing, reguvenating, anti-inflammatory, and anti-bacterial. Balances and tones all skin types.
Lanolin-is a fatty substance taken from the wool of sheep. Lanolin thickens products.
Lemongrass-has an uplifting scent. It acts as a deodorant and purifer for oily skin. Lemongrass has anti-viral, anti-fungal, and sedative properties. The scent stimulates phychic awareness.
Lime-acts as an astringent, deodorant, and restorative for the nervous system.
Olive Oil- ranges from a heavy, dark green to a light pale golden color. Olive oil has a history as a healing oil. Olive oil is the preferred base oil for making salves.
Orange- is derived from the sweet orange peel. It is used to revive wrinkled skin,(produces antibodies), and humectant(plump up dry skin). It treats nervous anziety. The fragrance of orange promotes happiness.
Peppermint-is analgesic, antiseptic, sedative, and cooling. Children love the smell. Inhaling the scent halts negative thoughts. It can help clear the sinuses, fever, fatigue, migraines, muscle soreness, soothe a headache, and ease the misery of motion sickness.
Sage-Sage acts as a nerve and adrenal stimulant. It restores energy to the whole organism. Sage incites wisdom. It is an anti-depressant, anti-anxiety, uplifting, anti-inflammatory, and a benefit to skin and hair care. If inhaled, induces euphoria, reduces emotional stress, and premenstrual tenion.
Sandalwood-Treats dry skin, acne, infections, depression, and rashes. Inhale the frangrance to instill spirituality and inner peace.
Tea Tree-One of the most powerful antibiotic and antifungal essential oils. It is gentle and appropiate for any skin type. It is especially effective at regulating sebum production and has a remarkable ability to interrupt oily skin outbreaks. The oil is antiseptic, non-irritationg, nontoxic, and an energy stimulant. It treats acne, skin rashes, fungal infections, tooth and gum infections.
Patchouli Oil- Considered to be rejuvenating, the scent induces peace of mind, integrates energy, and keeps us in touch with our physical selves. Patchouli is one of the best essential oils for rough, cracked skin. It is considered to be anti-depressant, anti-infammatory, antiseptic, and deodorant. Used as a fungicide and aid for dry cracked skin conditions.
Rosemary-The fragrance is clear, strong and stimulation, and is easily absorbed through the skin. It is an antioxidant. It stimulates the mind, body, adrenals, and memory. It treats general weakness. mental fatigue, and sore muscles. It is used for hair and skin care. It clears the mind if there is confusion or doubt.