Ingredients
Nimson cosmetics such as herbal face wash, soaps, shampoos, conditioners and many more are highly acclaimed by masses since these products are purely made by extracts of herbs and shrubs and have no side effects.
The natural content in these herb based products enrich the body with nutrients and other useful minerals. Nimson believes in the growing interest in herbs as part of the movement towards improving one’s lifestyle.
This movement is based on the belief that nature has a vast potential for providing safe and effective cures.
Aloe Vera
Aloe Vera
Aloe vera increases the water content in your skin, and leaves it hydrated without making it greasy. Wrinkles and fine lines are bound to appear as you age. But, other factors may expedite what is a natural process. Aloe vera helps in preventing these early signs of aging.
Almond
Almond
“Almond are rich in proteins, magnesium, fibre, omega-3 and omega-6 fatty acids, vitamin E, potassium, zinc, calcium etc. They improve the production of new cells and antibodies which help fight against diseases like diabetes, obesity, cancer, hair loss, heart disease, high cholesterol etc. and help nourish skin and hair as well.
Apple
Apple
“Apples are an extremely healthy fruit that is as good for your face as it is for your body. Apple extracts and essences are used in skin care for their rich nutritional profiles. Like papaya, apple extract is rich in antioxidants like vitamin C and natural acids. It’s also high in polyphenols and catechins like those found in green tea. ”
Apricot
Apricot
Apricot contains oleic acid and Vitamin A, which prevent skin damage. The anti-inflammatory properties of apricot are helpful for soothing minor skin conditions like eczema and dry skin. Regular consumption of apricot helps to maintain the elasticity and suppleness of the skin. Vitamin E in apricot helps to delay the signs of ageing. It also tones and firms the skin. You can use apricot paste as a facial mask to soften the skin.
Avocado
Avocado
Avocado improves the production of collagen, which maintains your skin’s elasticity and firmness. It even accelerates new cell generation and promotes circulation in the body. Try avocado to restore its beauty and health. The healthy fats, vitamins and protein in avocado help moisturize dry hair shafts and stimulate hair growth. It even helps soothe frizzy and unruly hair.
Amla
Amla
Amla is rich in antioxidants that help to reduce signs of premature ageing, like wrinkles and fine lines. It reduces pigmentation or dark spots on skin and restores a natural glow on your face. The vitamins in gooseberry (Amla) will help to boost the production of collagen, which in turn helps to keep your skin smooth and young. In short, drinking gooseberry (Amla) juice can leave your skin looking youthful and radiant.
Allantoin
Allantoin
allantoin is considered an effective moisturizing ingredient when used in skincare, and its gentle, non-irritating qualities make it an excellent addition to anti-aging products for those with sensitive or easily irritated skin. Additionally, allantoin is a known keratolytic, meaning that it can increase the water content of cells while also aiding in the process of desquamation of the outer layers of skin.
Ashoka (Saraca asoca)
Ashoka (Saraca asoca)
“Ashoka is also good for the skin. The herb is helpful in enhancing the skin’s complexion. It is used to eliminate toxins from the body. Besides, it purifies the blood & prevents skin allergies. Ashoka is largely used in treating my female disorders as well as in the treatment of many gynecological disorders. It is used to manage female disorders including congestion, discomfort, pain and excessive bleeding. Also it helps in Uterus disorders, Piles, Pain, Diabetes. “
Arandi Oil
Arandi Oil
Castor oil (Arandi Oil) happens to be one of the most widely used ingredients, owing to the fact that it has plenty of benefits for your skin, hair, and health. It is traditionally been used topically for skin and hair benefits too. Using castor oil can prove to be beneficial in reducing acne.
Algae
Algae
Algae can provide a broad range of advantages that can contribute to younger, healthier looking skin. Algae and kelp (or seaweed) are fantastic for hydrating, revitalizing and toning the skin and can also help to reduce or fully eliminate problems with acne, cellulite, and even wrinkles. Algae improves skin’s elasticity. When used with a purifying, marine-based body treatment it detoxifies the body while restoring skin’s tone and vitality drawing out toxins and delivering essential minerals to the skin.
Arnica
Arnica
Arnica flowers contains Helenalin, a sesquiterpene lactone, which is the key ingredient to help boost the skin restoration process. It also contains flavonoids, carbonic acid, coumarins and volatile oils which have the capacity to rejuvenate the skin and keep it healthy and glowing. They also stimulate the skin cells and speed up healing process.
Arnica is used in several hair care products to reduce hair fall and dandruff. Arnica infusion can be made at home which is a great remedy to control hair fall and also stimulates hair growth.
Blue Berry
Blue Berry
Blue Berry can cause early signs of aging, such as wrinkles, dry skin, and age spots. The appearance of varicose veins and spider veins are other signs associated with aging. Varicose and spider veins are dilated blood vessels that are close enough to the skin to be visible. The skin may look splotchy due to weakened vessel walls.
Babchi
Babchi
Babchi promote pigmentation and support the stimulation of melanin pigments in the skin structure. Scientific studies have also proven that psoralen in Babchi oil shores up residual pigmentation and improves skin health. Babchi is also called as Kustanashini, meaning leprosy demolisher. Since the primordial times, Ayurveda prescribes Babchi herb and its various extracts in the treatment of skin problems including eczema, dermatitis, skin eruptions, boils, leucoderma, scabies, vitiligo and ringworm.
Basil
Basil
Basil has anti-aging properties. It restores your skin’s lost glow by detoxifying it. Its anti-inflammatory properties also help treat acne. Basil can have great benefits for your face. You just need to rub finely powdered dry basil leaves on your face. Doing so renders a glow to your face and might even help remove dark spots. You can also mix a few drops of water with the powder and apply the paste on your face like a mask.
Bael – Aegle marmelos
Bael – Aegle marmelos
Wood Apple or Bael is widely used as a plant in Ayurvedic system of health care. Root, bark, leaves, and fruits are widely used in Ayurveda for their health benefits. Apart from used in alimentary disorders, its parts are indicated for external use also. Externally it is used in formulations for eye disorders for washing and for fomentation in inflammatory disorders of skin and muscles. The essential oils of the bael fruit are effective against 21 types of bacteria. Researchers have found that extracts of this fruit have antiviral and antifungal properties.
Bael is very famous all over India for its amazing health benefits, medicinal benefits, ritual use and home remedy. It is very friendly to all age groups for their health and fitness. It is the best home remedy which helps to combat with various daily life health problems like constipation, peptic ulcer, indigestion, respiratory problems, diarrhoea, dysentery, piles, diabetes, sexual dysfunctions and so many. Wood apple provides immunity to fight various infections like bacterial, viral, fungal and etc.
Some of the skin and hair benefits of the bael are mentioned below:
• Drinking the mixture of cumin, bael juice and bay leaf juice two times a day helps in curing a skin problem called urticaria.
• Wood apple also helps in curing skin rashes, vitiligo (white patches on the skin), redness, itching and etc skin problems.
• Scalp massage with the coconut oil having bael peel extract (heat bael peel in coconut oil) on regular basis provides relief from the dandruff.
Kadali (Musa paradisiaca)
Kadali (Musa paradisiaca)
Banana oil is also rich in oleic acid, which is very beneficial for the scalp and hair. This vitamin increases circulation on the scalp, stimulating hair growth and strength in the follicles. It can also help to keep your hair shiny and vibrant, so it is often used in cosmetic applications. However, it also does the same thing if consumed as food.
Boerhavia Diffusa
Boerhavia Diffusa
Punarnava is a medicinal herb famous for its health promoting benefits. Punarnava is used in treating obesity, improving appetite, jaundice, and general fever. The word punarnava literally means ‘renewer’ or one which renews the body as Punarnava tends to renew and revitalize the body systems.
Barley
Barley
Barley is rich in iron and Vitamin B complex, both of which are essential to prevent hair loss and promote hair growth. Niacin and Procyanidin, both of which stimulate hair growth, have been isolated in Barley. When consumed these nutrients give your body enough minerals for hair growth. Being rich in calcium, copper and phosphorous, barley is an ideal remedy for weak bones. Barley water contains more than double the amount of calcium contained in the same quantity of milk.
Cucumber
Cucumber
Cucumber or Kheera is one of the most frequently used fruit in cosmetic products these days. Fruit pulp & juice helps keep the facial skin soft as it has has healing and soothing properties on the damaged skin. The pulp juice imparts a natural sunscreen benefit. It is a good toner & lightens the facial skin tissue.
Cranberry
Cranberry
Consuming cranberry or even applying its pulp can help to get rid of acne and blemishes. This method even helps to give a natural glow and blush to your face. The high percentage of Vitamin B3, Vitamin B5 and antioxidants in this fruit makes it useful in shielding our skin against any harm caused due to environmental factors.
Carrot
Carrot
Crunch on carrots to keep your skin healthy and vibrant. Carrots are high in beta carotene, an antioxidant that is converted to vitamin A inside the body. It helps repair skin tissue and protects against the sun’s harsh rays
Cinnamon
Cinnamon
Cinnamon helps get rid of acne and pimples on the face and body. This is done by drying the skin and bringing blood and oxygen to the outer skin surface. Cinnamon helps remove dead skin cells and helps restore shine and suppleness to the skin.
Chironji (Buchanania lanzan)
Chironji (Buchanania lanzan)
Charoli nuts not only provide flawless clear skin but also cure many skin diseases like acne, pimples and skin marks. Charoli seeds are used as scrub. Chronji scrubs are highly beneficial for skin they are very good for reducing facial hair. After few scrub the hairs which left or grow again or come back, they will be the same color as person skin color which makes them hidden, invisible or unnoticeable.
Coconut (Cocusnucifera)
Coconut (Cocusnucifera)
Coconut is unlike normal vegetable oil, it is purely safe and healthy. It is absolutely healthy for heart and blood vessels and prevents high cholesterol level if used in regular diet under normal limits.
Chamomile
Chamomile
Chamomile tea helps fade spots, eliminate acne scars and fight breakouts, if used topically, due to its anti-inflammatory and antiseptic properties. Chamomile tea is a powerhouse of antioxidants and protects the skin from free-radical damage.
Coffee Beans
Coffee Beans
Apart from drinking coffee, you can also use coffee in many beauty recipes for gorgeous skin and hair. This genius ingredient works great as an exfoliator and a genius hack for puffy eyes.
Mandookparni (Centella asiatica)
Mandookparni (Centella asiatica)
“Fenugreek is great for your hair, skin, body, digestion, heart, you name it. Fenugreek benefits your hair greatly. It is packed with Protein, which helps fight baldness. Fenugreek is also rich in Potassium, which prevents against greys. It is also a source of Nicotinic Acid, which encourages hair growth and Lecithin, which energizes hair follicles. “
Sweet Cherry
Sweet Cherry
Cherries are a good source of vitamin A, B, C & E which means a little cherry treat is sufficient for the multivitamin dosage needed by the body to keep the skin radiant and healthy.
Curry Leaves
Curry Leaves
Curry leaves has always been known to help in preventing greying of the hair. It is also very effective in treating damaged hair, adding bounce to limp hair, strengthening the shaft of thin hair, hair fall and treats dandruff. The best part about this benefit is that you can either choose to eat the curry leaves to help with your hair woes or apply it to your scalp as a remedy.
Curry leaves have antibacterial and wound healing properties which makes it very effective for treating skin problems when externally applied. Along with external application, if we include curry leaves in our day to day diet we will have wonderful skin and hair.
Chocolate
Chocolate
Chocolate is rich in vitamins, minerals and antioxidants that nourish skin. And its intoxicating aroma and conditioning properties make it the perfect ingredient for hair care. Chocolate have been clinically shown to help your skin protect itself from sunburn, redness and other signs of UV damage. When applied directly to the skin, it also has the ability to repair and hydrate body parts that have been exposed to the sun. But we wouldn’t suggest slacking on sunscreen.
Durva (Cynodon dactylon)
Durva (Cynodon dactylon)
“Durva grass is used as antiviral and antimicrobial. It is beneficial to wounds, piles, eczema, urticaria, injuries, eye problems, skin rashes, constipation, indigestion, constipation, mental debility, diabetes, epilepsy, vaginal problems, menstrual problems, gynecological problems. “
Fennel
Fennel
The antioxidants and other antimicrobial properties in fennel seeds help treat a host of hair ailments. Some of these include dandruff, scalp itchiness, hair breakage, and hair fall. There are two ways you can use fennel seeds for boosting hair health.
Green Tea
Green Tea
Green tea has anti-aging and antioxidant benefits that can help delay signs of skin aging, such as sagging skin, sun damage, age spots, fine lines and wrinkles. The polyphenols in green tea help neutralize harmful free radicals, which can cause significant damage to the skin and accelerate the aging process. The antioxidants and tannins (an astringent) in green tea help treat puffy eyes as well as dark circles. They help shrink blood vessels underneath the delicate skin around the eyes. This in turn reduces swelling and puffiness.
Yahti madhu (Glycyrrhiza glabra)
Yahti madhu (Glycyrrhiza glabra)
In Ayurveda, Yahti madhu is used for preventing hair fall. It is useful orally as well as in herbal shampoos. According to Ayurveda, vitiation in PITTA and VATA humor results in hair fall and premature graying of hairs. Mulethi has effects on both these humors and helps in pacification of these aggravated humor’s activities in the body.
Ginkgo Extract
Ginkgo Extract
Ginkgo biloba is a popular herb, with a reputation for improving memory and blood flow when taken internally. Lately, however, we’ve discovered that it also may have benefits in skin care products. You’ll find ginkgo in our Anti-Aging Facial Oil, Serum, and Eye Cream.
Giloy
Giloy
Giloy is also effective in preventing aging signs in a person. With regular application of this herb on the skin helps in lessening the dark spots, wrinkles and fine lines on the skin.
Grape fruit
Grape fruit
Grapefruit is an excellent source of a number of antioxidants and the presence of these antioxidants plays an important role in combating with the signs of aging like fine lines,wrinkles,age spots, dark spots etc. One can enjoy these benefits by eating grapefruits on a regular and moderate basis, and grapefruit can also be topically applied.
Green Apple
Green Apple
Green apple, when used in a mask or moisturizer, provides ample moisture and will improve the overall texture of your skin.Because of its compact vitamin content, green apples will help whiten and nourish the skin. Say hello to a bright, healthy glow.
Haldi
Haldi
Turmeric contains antioxidants and anti-inflammatory components. These characteristics may provide glow and luster to the skin. Turmeric may also revive your skin by bringing out its natural glow. Turmeric can target your pores and calm the skin. Turmeric is also known to reduce scarring. This combination of uses may help your face clear up from acne breakouts. Turmeric is suggested that it can help with eczema, alopecia, lichen planus, and other skin issues.
Honey
Honey
Using Honey for skin is always a good idea. Mixed with natural ingredients, found in your kitchen, makes for effective and inexpensive beauty treatment. Applying honey regularly on your skin can give you results beyond your imagination and can go a long way in giving you healthy, younger looking and glowing skin.
Harad
Harad
Harad is one of the wonderful herb that can be used for different hair problems and maintain your health of hair. You can efficiently control hair loss by taking haritaki.
Jojoba
Jojoba
Jojoba has a high amount of ceramides, which cover the skin cells and are responsible for their hydration. It gets quickly absorbed into the skin and does not leave behind any oil residue. This helps in creating a powerful barrier against moisture loss, allergens, and dust pollution. It moisturizes dry patches and restores the skin health.
Jaborandi
Jaborandi
Jaborandi contains 100% pure extract of Jaborandi grass, used for hair loss by strengthening hair roots and restore lost hair. It helps in preventing graying hair. Jaborandi is mainly used to cure severe hair fall.
Kiwi
Kiwi
Kiwi fruit has many tremendous health benefits, beyond what you may even be aware. kiwi fruit is a rich source of Omega 3 Fatty Acids. Omega 3 fatty acids are beneficial for heart health, reducing the risk of stroke, coronary artery disease, and preventing ADHD, Autism and other developmental challenges in children. Kiwi is one of the top 10 highest vitamin c containing foods on the planet.
Khus
Khus
Khus (Vetiver) is an antiseptic and is very effective in preventing acne. Nowadays vetiver essential oil is getting popular for it’s wonderful properties. The most exciting benefit of this plant is its ability to reduce the appearance of dark spots, and other marks on the skin, helping to create a more even skin tone.
Khajoor
Khajoor
Khajoor is rich in B vitamins and iron dates are excellent in maintaining proper scalp and hair health. If you are suffering from hair loss due to any kind of vitamin or mineral deficiency in the body, which is most common, dates can actually prevent the hair loss and boost new hair growth. Free radicals prevail in human body and when left untamed, these harmful elements trigger oxidative stress to the cells, paving way for the onset of signs of premature ageing. Regular intake of dates, especially the black and red ones, can ward off these undesirable lines and wrinkles, bequeathing you with youthful skin.
Lemon
Lemon
Lemons are easily available and this citric fruit is rich in Vitamin C, Vitamin B, Phosphorus and Carbohydrates. The fruit acids are good for skin and are very productive in enhancing your beauty.
Lotus
Lotus
“The lotus is full of compounds that benefit the skin, including antioxidants, flavonoids, fatty acids, proteins, vitamins, and minerals. Like most plant ingredients, it provides many benefits at once, but here are a few of the standouts: Purifies: Use lotus on your skin and you may notice a minimized appearance of your pores and your face feeling more fresh and vibrant. Soothes: The lotus has natural moisture that conditions and hydrates. Exfoliates: Like hibiscus, lotus has natural alpha-hydroxy acids that help exfoliate and restore a youthful look.Firms and tightens: The proteins in lotus help firm and tighten. “
Lemongrass
Lemongrass
Lemongrass is an anti-microbial and anti-bacterial herb. This means it will help limit bacterial or microbial growth on the skin. It can help ward off skin infections as well as lessen skin issues caused by bacterial infections, such as folliculitis and cellulitis. Lemongrass is also fungicidal, which means it helps cure fungus infections on the skin.
Morinda
Morinda
Morinda is considered as the natural aid in skin and beauty care, too. In some studies, noni juice has protective chemical constituents as well as anthraquinones that may exert the collagen stimulating effects and prevent the formation of wrinkles on your skin surface. Besides that, noni juice includes antibacterial and anti-inflammatory properties which are very useful in treating a lot of skin disorders such as burns, hives holistically, allergic skin reactions or acne.
Manjishtha – Rubia cordifolia
Manjishtha – Rubia cordifolia
Manjistha, scientifically known as Rubia cordifolia, also known as Red Madder Root, grows in hilly districts. The dried root of the plant has excellent medicinal properties, and is cooling, astringent and has an affinity for blood. Manjistha is a valuable herb in Ayurveda. Ancient physician and sage, Charaka, categorized the herb as ‘varnya’ or the one that improves complexion, reduces fever, and as a detoxifier. In other words, it is also a popular ‘rasayana’, or a ‘rejuvenative’. Another great sage of Ayurveda and ancient Indian surgeon, Sushruta, referred Manjistha for pacifying pitta dosha. In Ayurveda, it is believed that the three life energies or doshas (vata, pitta, and Kapha), should remain in perfectly balanced condition always, for a person to enjoy good health. Hence, Manjistha helps in maintaining the balance of pitta dosha effectively.
Kerala, in India, has been practising Ayurveda for thousands of years now, and the physicians here have always recommended Manjistha as part of their treatments from times immemorial, due to its blood purifying and antioxidant properties.
The bright colour of Manjistha is evident in oils like ‘Mahanarayan oil’ and ‘Pinda thailam’, with the bright red colour depicting healthy blood. Manjistha is thought to have an affinity with the capillary system, and its slow action helps to detoxify and repair the fine structures that interface with lymph system. Ayurveda believes that Manjistha is a popular herb for lymphatic support, as it facilitates cell nutrition and removal of toxins from the body.
External use of Manjistha
Manjistha is often used with equal quantities of Haridra for balanced thermal effect during skin disturbances like boils, rashes, eruptions, and stagnations. When wounds are washed with the decoction of Manjistha and are dressed with its solid extract, it quickens healing. Chronic, non-healing and oozing wounds particularly heal effectively with Manjistha. It also helps in treating varicose veins, eczema, bruising, psoriasis and bleeding disorders. During fractures too, an external splint of Manjistha is beneficial.
Apart from these, it keeps the skin glowing, removes pimples, freckles and discoloration. When externally used as a paste either alone or with honey, Manjistha helps heal inflammation and renders a smooth and an even tone to the skin. As a beauty aid, 100gms of dried and crushed orange peels, and 50gms each of sandal powder, turmeric and Manjistha are combined to make a face pack.
The plant is widely used as a rejuvenating herb, in treating pigment disorders of the skin, and is used in general debility.
Manjistha as internal medicine
Manjistha is used as medicine to treat hepatitis, diabetes and urinary calculi. Manjistha works well during diarrhea and when combined with lodhra skin powder. The herb is beneficial in gastrointestinal ailments like dyspepsia, loss of appetite, worm infestations, an appetizer, aids digestion, and kills toxins and is also a vermicide. Manjistha acts as a blood purifier and acts mainly on rasa and rakta srotas as, it controls irritation of nerves, pacifies mind, is salutary in epilepsy cases, particularly of pitta type. The decoction of Manjistha is also beneficial in treating gout, when combined with other herbs.
Manjistha has a vital role in supporting heart health. Studies have shown that it regulates blood pressure, blood vessel constriction and reduces tendency of blood to form clots.
Manjistha also has a visible effect on female reproductive organs and hence is used to treat gynecological problems like irregular menstruation, white discharge. The col infusion of Manjistha improves menstrual bleeding disorders and relieves pain in dysmenorrhea. It also stimulates and cleanses uterus, is useful in postnatal ailments, oligomenorrhea, and amenorrhea.
Manjistha is also an excellent anti-diabetic and is useful in the treatment of urinary calculi.
Hence, on the whole, this wonder-herb heals, cures, and beautifies, and therefore is considered as the ‘herb of choice’ in Ayurveda.
Mint
Mint
High in lauric acid, It’s also incredibly antibacterial, which helps to maintain a healthy, clean scalp and control dandruff. Especially good for weak hair (like mine!) coconut oil helps to protect your hair from losing protein, which prevents breakage, split-ends and frizz.
Melon
Melon
Melons like honeydew, cantaloupe and melon can tone your skin and provide anti-ageing benefits due to the presence of vitamins A, B and C. You can prepare an anti-ageing facial mask by cutting thin slices of fresh melon.
Mosambi (Citrus reticulata)
Mosambi (Citrus reticulata)
Mosambi juice or sweet lime is not just something to beat the summer heat with, but a wonder fruit that you should consider to sip the juice of. An excellent source of vitamin C and potassium, mosambi juice is not acidic in flavour and has a comparatively sweeter taste than lime.
Munga (Phaseolus radiates)
Munga (Phaseolus radiates)
Munga (Phaseolus radiates) is Elastin and collagen are the primary elements helping in maintaining a healthy skin tone. Mung bean contains an enzyme called phytoestrogen, which aids in the secretion of these elements keeping the skin healthy. Consuming mung beans is quite beneficial in treating acne. Since the beans are known for their cooling effect, it helps in clearing heat and toxins from the body.
Maize
Maize
Corn is a good source of several vitamins including vitamin C, thiamin and niacin, as well as minerals and antioxidants that play an important role in skin care. Corn is a rich source of beta-carotene which forms vitamin A that is vital for the maintenance of a healthy skin. Vitamin C and lycopene are potential antioxidants that prevent the UV generated free radicals from damaging the skin and increase the production of collagen that assists in the maintenance of smooth skin.
Masura – Lens culinaris
Masura – Lens culinaris
The lentil (Lens culinaris) is an edible pulse, belonging to the legume family, grown for its lens-shaped seeds. Lentils are also one of the oldest known sources of food, dating back more than 9,000 years. Lentil colors range from yellow to red-orange to green, brown and black. Lentil recipes are used throughout South Asia, the Mediterranean regions, and West Asia. They are frequently combined with rice, which has a similar cooking duration. Its incredible health benefits are one of the reasons why this legume stood the test of time.
Here are the 7 health benefits of the lentils:
1. Lentils are a packed with protein.
Lentils hold the highest amount of protein originating from any plant. The amount of protein found in lentils is up to 35 percent, which is comparable to red meat, poultry, fish, and dairy products. Lentils contain all the essential amino acids that are needed by our body for good muscle-building.
2. Lentils may help prevent atherosclerosis.
Studies have suggested that the consumption of lentils provides antioxidants that decreased the chances of developing atherosclerosis. These antioxidants also play a role in counteracting free radicals and preventing cell and gene damage (aging).
3. Lentils could help fight against cancer.
Research has shown that plant lectin, a type of plant protein originating from foods like lentils, wheat, peanuts, peas, and soybeans have a great influence on cancer cells. Also, lectins cause cell poisoning and cell death, which means that they have a high potential to control cancer growth.
4. Lentils are an excellent source of folate.
Lentils are a decent source of B-vitamins like folate. Folate has shown to help in neural tube formation, red blood cell formation, and regulating homocysteine levels.
5. Lentils are an excellent source of iron.
About 36 percent of the iron of the daily recommended value can come from eating one cup of lentils every day. Iron consumption is ideal for red blood cells and hemoglobin production. This can prevent anemia in some individuals.
6. Lentils can help improve cardiovascular activity.
Lentils are an excellent source of potassium. High potassium with low sodium diets has shown to decrease the risk of hypertension.
7. Lentils can help boost the metabolism.
Lentils contain many vitamins, including vitamin B3, which contributes in boosting the digestive and nervous systems. Vitamin B3 also plays a role in cholesterol control, a decreased risk of diseases like Alzheimer’s disease, cataracts, osteoarthritis, and diabetes.
Neem
Neem
Azadirachta indica, commonly known as neem, neem tree or Indian lilac, It is associated to Meliaceae family. It is native to India and its subcontinent. Every part of Neem is useful with number of medicinal properties. It tones the body in all aspects.It is used as an insecticide. Margosa leaves are also kept in stored pulses or grains to prevent them from insect damage. Dried leaves when burnt ,act as an excellent mosquito repellent. It is used to manufacture variety of cosmetics like soaps, shampoos, skin creams, body lotions, tooth pastes and toiletries. Neem oil is also used for healthy hair, to improve liver function, detoxify the blood, and balance blood sugar levels. Neem leaves have also been used to treat skin diseases like eczema, psoriasis, etc. Insufficient research has been done to assess the purported benefits of neem, however.
Nyagrodha
Nyagrodha
Nyagrodha is a good anti-inflammatory agent… without the side effects of modern steroid drugs. Nyagrodha makes it great for arthritis, joint pain, swelling, and redness. The bark and leaves are also a very strong antioxidant that helps to prevent colds, flues, and other diseases. In Ayurvedic Medicine from India the fruits and the juice of the leaves are used for treating bruises, cuts, and inflammation of the skin… also arthritis and diarrhea. Nyagrodha fruit can be made into a paste that works well for treating irritated mucus membranes, swelling, and pain… plus it also works well for acne.
Olive
Olive
This oil contains a good amount of vitamin E, an antioxidant that protects the skin from various external factors like the harsh sunrays or the wind.The light texture of olive oil makes it a perfect non-sticky moisturizer that stays for long and suits all skin types.
Orange
Orange
Orange has excellent astringent properties. It is frequently used for its aromatic properties for mood elevation. It helps control roughness, itching, irritation, scars & marks of skin. It helps induce healing after injuries & acne.
Oat
Oat
Due to antioxidant benefits, oats can help in reversing damage caused by UV rays, pollution, harsh chemicals, etc. on your skin. Oats is enough to fight out this skin problem. The polysaccharides in Oats swell up (almost like gelatine in water), and hold tremendous benefit in fighting flaky dryness of skin.
Papaya
Papaya
Containing Vitamin A and Papain enzyme, papaya helps remove dead skin cells and inactive proteins, thus rejuvenating your skin. It also helps keep your skin hydrated. Papaya’s antioxidant properties help reduce the signs of aging like crows feet around your eyes and wrinkles around your mouth.
Peach
Peach
Peaches help to regenerate your skin tissue. A combination of peach paste and yogurt, when applied to the skin and rinsed off with lukewarm water not only moisturises the skin but also leaves it supple and soft.You can also rub peach juice on your skin to get its glow back. It can also be used in oily skin care regimens to improve the skin.
Pumpkin
Pumpkin
Pumpkin is a wonderful skin exfoliator and has been found to be very effective in getting rid of the dead and dry skin cells. Regular and moderate consumption of pumpkin has been found to be very effective in keeping signs of premature aging at bay.
Priyangu (Callicarpa macrophyla)
Priyangu (Callicarpa macrophyla)
Priyangu (Callicarpa macrophyla) is used to promote hair growth and prevent hair splitting, falling and dandruff. It is also used for healthy growth of hairs and to keep the hairs in their original colour.
Khaskhasa (Papaver somniferum)
Khaskhasa (Papaver somniferum)
A paste made from poppy seeds acts as a good moisturizer, providing you with smooth and soft skin. All you need to do is put some poppy seeds in a food processor and add some milk to it. If you have dry skin, you can also add some honey. Grind into a smooth paste and apply it all over your face. Relax for 10 minutes and then wash off. Doing this once in a week will provide the required moisture to your skin.
Ketaki (Pandanus tectorius)
Ketaki (Pandanus tectorius)
Ketaki (Pandanus tectorius) is an ayurvedic herb used for the treatment of herbs, threatened abortion, fever, joint pain, earache, psychiatric conditions.
Nashpati (Pyrus communis)
Nashpati (Pyrus communis)
“Pears is very good moisturizer. Pears are equally good for oily as well as dry skin. If you include pears in your regular diet then you can slow down the aging process. Pears has several natural enzymes that qualify it to be a great scrub. Consuming pears daily also helps in keeping the skin damage free and making it soft and smooth. Acne-prone skin gets the maximum benefits from pears. Pears contains high levels of vital vitamins as well as essential minerals. “
Punarnava
Punarnava
Punarnava, scientifically known as BoerhaviaDiffusa, is used in Ayurveda due to its many health benefits. It is also known as Tarvine, Red Spiderling, Horse Purslane, Red Hogweed, and Spreading Hogweed. The word punarnava translates into something that revives the body and brings the youth back. It has been used in India in the ancient times and is highly effective. For treatment, the leaves, aerial part, and root of the plant are all used.
Rose
Rose
Packed with Vitamin C, malic acid, pectin, and citric acid, rose tea makes an admirably safe diuretic, which makes it more tempting to be used, especially if you are on a weight loss journey. The use of roses in Ayurvedic medicine has a vast history and is known as Gulkand. White rose petals in the form of Gulkand are calorie laden ways to reap the goodness.
Rosemary
Rosemary
Rosemary has natural antiseptic properties, it’s a superior disinfectant for our skin and hair. In fact, this essential oil is known to promote a healthy, moisturized scalp and reverse premature graying.
Raspberry
Raspberry
Raspberries contain anthocyanins, which are very beneficial for keeping your skin young looking and providing your skin a beautiful complexion. Anthocyanins are responsible for the beautiful color of raspberries and they do the same with your skin also. It also helps you to fight against bacteria and fungi.
Rice
Rice
“Rice bran oil is made from bran which makes it rich in Vitamin E that is essentially an antioxidant.Its benefits are as follows: Good for the Skin, Has Anti-Inflammatory Properties, Rich in Vitamin E “
Sunflower
Sunflower
Sunflower seeds, like nearly all types of nuts and seeds, provide a healthy source of essential fatty acids; their specific fatty acids are in the form of linoleic acid. Additionally, sunflower seeds are also an excellent source of fiber, amino acids (especially tryptophan) which make up the building blocks of proteins, B Vitamins, phytosterols, and more. Healthy sources of fats like those found in sunflower seeds are actually the building blocks for cell membranes, allow your body to balance hormones, help to slow down absorption of food during meal time so that we can go longer without feeling hungry, and also act as carriers for important fat- soluble vitamins A, D, E and K
Saffron
Saffron
Saffron is an excellent skin toning agent. It helps in eliminating the blackheads and unclogs the clogged pores. Saffron also scavenges the free radicals and promotes better circulation to the face, thereby ensuring that the skin looks toned and firm.
Sandalwood
Sandalwood
Sandalwood powder has long been used for skin problems and with good reason. Regular use of this antibacterial powder can fight acne-causing bacteria, exfoliate the skin, soothe sunburn, remove suntan, and reduce signs of aging like dry skin and wrinkles.
Strawberry
Strawberry
Strawberry rich source of vitamin C. Vitamin C is good for your skin as it fights of free radicals that steal oxygen from healthy cells and destroy collagen, encouraging pronounced lines to appear on the skin. Dietary fibre. Strawberries are an excellent source of dietary fibre which helps in eliminating harmful toxins in our bodies. Dietary fibre is also useful in regulating bowel movement, thereby preventing constipation, which is a known factor for acne and pimples. Fibre in strawberries can help you have regular toilet visits, which can keep your skin pimple-free.
Shikakai
Shikakai
Shikakai is very high in vitamin C, as well as vitamins A, D, E and K, which act as antioxidants and are essential for healthy and rapid hair growth. The vitamins found in shikakai provide the hair follicles with the necessary micronutrients to help hair grow fast and healthy.
Sheesham
Sheesham
Sheesham is also a medicinal tree. In Ayurveda, it is used for treatment of variety of diseases. The wood and bark of Sissoo have abortifacient, anthelmintic, antipyretic, aphrodisiac, expectorant and refrigerant properties.
In Ayurveda, various parts of Shisam tree are used for treating variety of diseases. The leaves are used for eye pain, swelling, painful urination, gynaecological disorders etc. Leaves and bark are used as astringent in bleeding disorders. The paste of leaves mixed with sweet oil is used topically in skin excoriation.
Tea tree
Tea tree
Tea tree oil is not harsh and doesn’t cause excessive dryness, peeling of the skin or any redness. It will leave you with glowing, flawless skin. Tea tree oil is considered one of the most effective ways to treat acne, not just on the face, but on the back, arms and chest as well.
Til (Sesamum indicum) oil
Til (Sesamum indicum) oil
The antioxidants present in sesame oil helps in detoxifying your skin. The antioxidants absorb all those water-soluble toxins, thus enabling detoxification. Prepare a concoction by mixing in ½ cup sesame oil with ½ cup apple cider vinegar and ¼ cup water. Wash your face regularly with this for a detoxified glowing skin.
Walnut
Walnut
Walnut or Akhrot shells are used in organic cosmetics for abrasive or exfoliation use. It has antiseptic & astringent properties
Watermelon
Watermelon
Watermelon seed is a good choice for use with oily/problem skin but can be effective with all skin types. Its viscosity, mild scent and long shelf life make it a good all-purpose carrier oil for use in aromatherapy, as well as a very good oil to add to baby oil formulations. Watermelon seed oil does not clog pores or prevent the body from naturally eliminating toxins through the skin.
Wheat Germ
Wheat Germ
Wheat germ has been considered as the amazing remedy for many ailments in the life. Wheat germ oil is extracted from the germ of the wheat. This excellent remedy has been used by people for a wide range of health and skin problems.
Yashtimadhu – Mulethi (Glycyrrhiza glabra)
Yashtimadhu – Mulethi (Glycyrrhiza glabra)
“The health benefits of Mulethi include its use in hyperacidity, ulcer, general debility, joint pains and some other diseases. It is a good anti-inflammatory and analgesic agent. It also acts as antacid and aphrodisiac. ”