Lustrous Henna®

Natural Hair Care -2016 New Year Resolution

My 2016 New Year Resolution for Natural Hair Care:

• Use a 100% plant-based hair dye that also conditions my hair by staying free of harmful chemical dyes, remaining PPD-free and avoid damaging my hair.
• Use genuine, natural botanicals to clean and condition my hair, thus stopping hair loss and promote hair growth with regular use.
• To help me keep my 2016 New Year resolution: I’ll explore natural health and beauty products with botanically rich ingredients and experience for myself -the power of natural healing. Everyday use of botanical products will make a very positive impact on my health!

Yesterday's Traditions May Hold the Answers to Tomorrow's World

Image: 'God Spilled the Paint'

For healthy living, switch from harsh chemical products to botanicals.

“The key to beautiful health is using pure botanical rich ingredients derived from the nature. Explore our natural health & beauty products with botanical rich ingredients and experience yourself the power of natural healing.

We all have to live through some ailments and other health problems from time to time. However, nature has created a remedy contained within in plants and herbs -for every health problem. Whether it's fresh produce, dried herbs, essential oils or extracts: the key to beautiful health is using pure botanical rich ingredients derived from nature.” -Syed Abbas, Saba Botanical of USA

My 2016 New Year Resolution for Natural Hair Care -Simplified

"I’ll implement the use of totally natural, ppd-free hair dye, natural herbal hair care and natural skin treatment products in my natural hair care routine."

Combining old traditions with modern environmentally-friendly, green living is the sure way to healthy, natural hair care.

 

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 Author: L.J. O'Neal, writer and researcher. (L.J. is also a Lustrous Henna®  user.)

©2010-2015. L.J. O'Neal. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED.

Do not copy or reprint this article without the consent of the author or Saba Botanical of USA.

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 *Even though our herbal ingredients have been used in natural medicine for centuries, we must add the following disclaimer: The herbs, formulas, and recipes contained within this web site are not to be considered substitutes for proper medical and health care. As with any other medicine, if you are sick, you should consult a physician to find out if the herbal preparations listed here are right for you. Saba Botanical does not make any medical claims nor warranties regarding the use of the products listed on this site. No matter how natural a product is, it may have a potential of causing side effects and allergic reaction on certain individuals. You should consult your physician before taking any medication.

My Hair Growth – Why Has it Stopped?

My Hair Growth -Should I Stop Caring?

In many ways, our hair is like the kind a very special plant or garden that we love to care for. For the majority of us, all we have to do is ‘fertilize’ regularly and grow. We’re also thankful not to have the issues that others might experience in growing a head of healthy, long hair.*

For others, however, our hair tends to need more care in order to ‘blossom’ and grow to its full potential. Unfortunately, there are a few of us that feel forced to buy a wig or hair extensions – not to keep up with style trends, but because we’ve just given up. When the style gets ‘old’, we simply buy another one. It is these two latter types of hair dilemmas that is the primary focus of this article.

First, our hair needs care to flourish and grow to its full potential. It’s not enough to ‘water’ it on occasion with any ole’ shampoo and conditioner and settle for whatever sprouts. It needs nourishment on a regular basis. What if though, we have made tremendous efforts to care for and grow our hair, yet sadly we still experience problems with hair loss or hair fall? Like an unhealthy plant that ‘sickens’ and fails to grow after receiving tremendous care, the problem could be a medical issue.

Secondly, some literal plants take a little effort to yield great results and others need an even greater effort to flourish. However, there are those that might have highly acidic soil or not received enough sunlight or sadly succumb to disease and require a much longer time to grow -anything– even with a huge effort on our part. Some won’t grow at all.

My Hair Growth -Conditions Beyond My Control

Is your hair thinning due to male pattern baldness? Do you have an ongoing medical treatment known to cause hazardous effects on the hair? Even aging itself can cause your hair to become thinner, since the follicle is in a much longer resting phase, instead of the growing phase.

There are several other conditions that are beyond our control and these sadly affect our (lack of) hair growth. It’s best to visit and work with your physician for optimal care if you suffer hair loss due to a medical or aging issue.

My Hair Growth –Conditions Within My Control

Eliminate Temporary ‘Predators’

Sometimes, we have a ‘predator’ in our plants or garden that robs us temporarily of seeing a bounty. It could be an insect, bad weather or even a ‘cute’ bunny rabbit! Once the predator is gone, we start to see better growth. What ‘predators’ are temporarily affecting your hair condition and growth in a negative way?

• Are you experiencing hormonal changes due to pregnancy, postpartum and nursing?
• Are you under lots of stress?
• Do you suffer from a glandular disorder such as thyroid disease or PCOS (polycystic ovarian syndrome)?
• Are you taking medications that can cause hair loss?
• Do you have a low iron (ferritin) level?

Even though the above conditions can cause a slowing of hair growth or some hair fall, most are temporary and are within our (or our doctor’s) control to correct. We might need a change in medication, if that is possible. Additionally, some of these problems can be corrected by reducing stressful situations as much as possible. Yes indeed, undue stress and anxiety and cause us to literally lose our tresses.

If we’ve done all we can to remove any ‘predators’ that temporarily affect growth, then we can take proper measures to promote healthy growth cycles. 


My Hair Growth Starts with Healthy Roots

One important way to promote healthy growth cycles is to start with rich, fertile ‘soil’. Figuratively speaking, it’s the same with our hair. We need to use rich “soil” or nutrients -inside our body, if we want healthy roots and longer hair growth -outside our body. Meaning: eat a healthy diet full of nourishing vitamins and minerals. Therefore, it makes sense to ask: How rich is my soil?

Especially for those times we experience hair breakage, split ends, dandruff, brittle, and lack-luster hair. Think again and ask: Do I really nourish my body with healthy, protein-rich foods to ensure that my ‘soil’ is healthy enough to produce a healthy hair shaft? Or do you ‘survive’ on unhealthy and malnourishing fast foods?

Once the roots are cared for and hair is ‘blooming’, a regular hair care and maintenance routine is essential for lustrous, radiant hair. Please refer to our archived posts for more articles on hair growth and natural hair care to continue enjoy successful results.

  

*Portions of this article are reposted from an archived L.J. O’Neal post.

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 Author: L.J. O'Neal, writer and researcher. (L.J. is also a Lustrous Henna®  user.)

©2010-2015. L.J. O'Neal. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED.

Do not copy or reprint this article without the consent of the author or Saba Botanical of USA.

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 *Even though our herbal ingredients have been used in natural medicine for centuries, we must add the following disclaimer: The herbs, formulas, and recipes contained within this web site are not to be considered substitutes for proper medical and health care. As with any other medicine, if you are sick, you should consult a physician to find out if the herbal preparations listed here are right for you. Saba Botanical does not make any medical claims nor warranties regarding the use of the products listed on this site. No matter how natural a product is, it may have a potential of causing side effects and allergic reaction on certain individuals. You should consult your physician before taking any medication.

Herbal Skin Care Recipes for Your Personal Home Spa Treatment

Herbal Skin Care Recipes

-for Personal Spa Treatment 

Who doesn’t love the pampering of a personal spa treatment? Your face, hand and body are soothed with Ayurvedic botanicals from plants used since ancient times. So get ready to enjoy a wonderful way to de-stress with your own home spa herbal skin care treatment.

Easy as 1, 2, 3: Mix, Apply, Rinse

The amount of ingredients contained in the following recipes are approximately enough to do smaller areas of the body (enough for face and neck area –except where noted). It's perfectly okay to add a little more or use a little less of any ingredient. To use for hands, feet or entire body, you will need to increase recipe proportionately with the area you want to cover. Please avoid contact with area around the eye when applying a face mask. *

Glow Mask

1 egg yolk
1 teaspoon warm milk
1 teaspoon honey
2-3 tablespoons. Saba’s Herbal Face & Body Mask

Mix together. Apply to face and throat, hands or feet. Leave on for 20 minutes. Rinse off with warm water.

Softening Emollient Mask

2-3 tablespoons Saba’s Herbal Face & Body Mask
1 egg yolk
1/3 cup avocado, peeled and mashed
1/3 cup milk

Pure Multani Clay Face Mask

Saba’s Pure Multani Clay Skin Treatment

Water

Mix Saba’s Pure Multani Clay Skin Treatment with water -enough to make a soft paste. Apply to face (avoid eyes). After 10 minutes, gently rinse off. You can also mix it with rose water; or mix with equal parts of orange juice and honey; or yogurt.

Moisturizing Paraffin Bath for Hands.

4 ounces paraffin
1/4 cup wheat germ, extra-virgin olive oil or almond oil
2 tablespoons Saba’s Herbal Face & Body Mask

In a small saucepan, heat the first 2 ingredients together until liquid. Mix in Saba’s Herbal Face & Body Mask until well blended. Cool to comfortably warm and "paint" each hand or dip both hands at once into the mixture. Wrap in plastic wrap. Leave on 10 minutes; then peel off.

Full Body Mask

8 tablespoons Saba’s Herbal Face & Body Mask
4 tablespoons honey
¼- ½ cup hot water (enough to make paste)

Mix all ingredients to form a paste. While in tub or pool, slather on (especially on back and chest areas) and leave for 15-20 minutes. Gently rinse off.

Pour Saba’s Herbal Face & Body Mask in small container. Beat the egg yolk until fluffy, then add and mix. Add milk and avocado, mixing thoroughly with the yolk-powder mixture. Apply to face and leave on for 15 to 20 minutes. Rinse with warm water to remove.  Re-rinse to close pores with cool water. Gently pat dry.

If you prefer a very basic "recipe", you can always mix any of the powders with plain water. However, to step your herbal skin care spa treatment up a notch, try using different recipes for different areas of body. 

*Although rare, anyone can be allergic to an herb or other plants found in nature. Please perform a small patch test to make sure you are not allergic to any ingredients, prior to applying mask to entire area. 

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 Author: L.J. O'Neal, writer and researcher. (L.J. is also a Lustrous Henna®  user.)

©2010-2015. L.J. O'Neal. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED.

Do not copy or reprint this article without the consent of the author or Saba Botanical of USA.

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 *Even though our herbal ingredients have been used in natural medicine for centuries, we must add the following disclaimer: The herbs, formulas, and recipes contained within this web site are not to be considered substitutes for proper medical and health care. As with any other medicine, if you are sick, you should consult a physician to find out if the herbal preparations listed here are right for you. Saba Botanical does not make any medical claims nor warranties regarding the use of the products listed on this site. No matter how natural a product is, it may have a potential of causing side effects and allergic reaction on certain individuals. You should consult your physician before taking any medication.

Cold Pressed Castor Oil (Ricinus Communis) for Hair and Scalp Care

About Cold-Pressed Castor Oil (Ricinus communis)
-Hair and Scalp Care Reminder

Castor Seed Oil is a natural emollient that penetrates the surface layers of the skin, making it softer and supple. Perfect for dry feet and heels or other excessively dry skin areas. Its powerful benefits to the hair and scalp include: dry scalp prevention; moisturizes hair and eliminates dry hair; deep conditions hair and scalp; thickens thin hair; prevents and reduces hair breakage and damage; increases hair growth; adds fullness and shine to hair; prevents and stops split ends (when applied on hair ends); stops frizziness; improves hair health.

Cold-pressed and cold processed castor oil is very thick and its scent might not be as pleasing to the senses as other oils, but its benefits for your scalp, hair and skin will definitely please you. When applied to hair, it’s best to apply to the hair roots and hair ends (due to its thickness). Some prefer to mix it with other oils, to thin out the consistency.

Use Cold-Pressed Castor Oil (Ricinus communis)

-with Natural Botanical Products

1. Oil your scalp with cold-press castor oil to total 2-4 tbsp., depending on scalp area. It's okay to touch the roots but, try to avoid getting castor oil into to the rest of hair (since it can be hard to wash out if entire head is saturated). Gently massage oil into scalp. Do this prior to using Lustrous Henna® Dry Shampoo Powder.
2. Wrap Hair in plastic wrap/plastic cap and leave oil on for about 30 minutes. If you want a hot oil treatment, add heat for 15-20 minutes. (Some users like to leave the oil on their scalp overnight which is okay, if you desire) Remove with warm water. If oil remains in your hair, no worries: Lustrous Henna® Dry Shampoo will help remove the rest of the oil.
3. Wet hair again and apply prepared Lustrous Henna® Dry Shampoo Powder paste* to hair with fingertips (a small rubber spatula can aid in application, but not necessary). Making the shampoo paste takes about 30 seconds. Press and lightly massage throughout hair. (follow-up gently-using a large-tooth comb for full coverage). Leave on for 5 minutes, and then rinse out until hair is completely free of shampoo.
4. There is no need to follow up with a conditioner if you have fine to normal hair. However, if you insist on using a conditioner try Imbue™ Nuturing Conditioner from Saba Botanical of USA.

 More About Castor Oil (Ricinus communis)

Did you know? The castor oil plant (Ricinus communis) is a species of flowering plant in the spurge family, Euphorbiaceae. It belongs to a monotypicgenus, Ricinus, and subtribe, Ricininae. Its seed is the castor bean, which, despite its name, is not a true bean. Castor is indigenous to the southeastern Mediterranean Basin, Eastern Africa, and India, but is widespread throughout tropical regions (and widely grown elsewhere as an ornamental plant). Castor seed is the source of castor oil, which has a wide variety of uses. The seeds contain between 40% and 60% oil that is rich in triglycerides, mainly ricinolein. The seed contains ricin, a toxin, which is also present in lower concentrations throughout the plant.¹

¹_{Source: Wikipedia.org}

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 Author: L.J. O'Neal, writer and researcher. (L.J. is also a Lustrous Henna®  user.)

©2010-2015. L.J. O'Neal. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED.

Do not copy or reprint this article without the consent of the author or Saba Botanical of USA.

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 *Even though our herbal ingredients have been used in natural medicine for centuries, we must add the following disclaimer: The herbs, formulas, and recipes contained within this web site are not to be considered substitutes for proper medical and health care. As with any other medicine, if you are sick, you should consult a physician to find out if the herbal preparations listed here are right for you. Saba Botanical does not make any medical claims nor warranties regarding the use of the products listed on this site. No matter how natural a product is, it may have a potential of causing side effects and allergic reaction on certain individuals. You should consult your physician before taking any medication.

Gray Hair Causes and a Proven All Natural Hair Color Treatment

Gray Hair Causes Clarified

Simply put: ‘Gray hair, then, is simply hair with less melanin, and white hair has no melanin at all. Genes control this lack of deposition of melanin, too. That’s why that in some families, many members' hair turns white in their 20s.’¹

Additionally: ‘The sebaceous gland is vital because it produces sebum, which conditions the hair and skin. After puberty our body produces more sebum but as we age we begin to make less sebum. Women have far less sebum production than men do as they age.’²

Detailed explanation: ‘Dr. Desmond Tobin, professor of cell biology from the University of Bradford in England, suggests that the hair follicle has a “melanogentic clock” which slows down or stops melanocyte activity, thus decreasing the pigment our hair receives. This occurs just before the hair is preparing to fall out or shed, so the roots always look pale.

Moreover, Dr. Tobin suggests that hair turns gray because of age and genetics, in that genes regulate the exhaustion of the pigmentary potential of each individual hair follicle. This occurs at different rates in different hair follicles. For some people it occurs rapidly, while in others it occurs slowly over several decades.’

There are other factors that can change the pigmentation of hair, making it lighter or darker. Scientists have divided them by intrinsic (internal) and extrinsic (external) factors:³

Intrinsic factors: genetic defects, hormones, body distribution, age.

Extrinsic factors: climate, pollutants, toxins, chemical exposure.

Does Stress Really Cause Gray Hair?

“Anyone who has watched, a President through a term in office, knows stress might be a cause for gray hair; the stress/graying hair effect is particularly notable in President Obama. If you have teenagers, you’ve probably even remarked to them the stress they cause you is making your hair turn gray. (As noted previously), the truth is going gray really has to do with the production of pigment in your hair follicles. That production process can be altered by several contributing factors, stress being one of them.”⁴

"There is evidence that local expression of stress hormones mediate the signals instructing melanocytes to deliver melanin to keratinocytes," notes Jennifer Lin, a dermatologist who conducts molecular biology research at the Dana-Farber / Harvard Cancer Center in Boston. ‘Conceivably, if that signal is disrupted, melanin will not deliver pigment to your hair.’ ”⁵

An All-Natural Hair Color Treatment for Gray Hair

Lustrous Henna® 100% All-Natural Hair Color is nontoxic, contains no chemicals such as para-phenlenediamine (PPD). Also, Lustrous Henna® 100% All-Natural Hair Color does not contain ammonia, peroxide, or other synthetic dyes. This herbal hair color can cover gray hair and nourish it at the same time. With only one or two applications, natural hair color and highlights return.*

Lustrous Henna® 100% All-Natural Hair Color is a mixture of pure henna and other ancient Asian ingredients used since ancient times for natural hair color, gray hair coverage, hair growth and natural hair conditioning. Lustrous Henna® 100% All-Natural Hair Color ingredients are as follows (depending on the shade of hair color):

*Note: Most customers get total coverage with only one application, however, if your gray is really resistant, a second application is recommended.  

^1,5,Scientific American, on file. ²WebMd, on file. ³Library of Congress, on file. ⁴Source on file. 

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 Author: L.J. O'Neal, writer and researcher. (L.J. is also a Lustrous Henna®  user.)

©2010-2015. L.J. O'Neal. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED.

Do not copy or reprint this article without the consent of the author or Saba Botanical of USA.

Want to view our website? Go to:Saba Botanical of USA

 *Even though our herbal ingredients have been used in natural medicine for centuries, we must add the following disclaimer: The herbs, formulas, and recipes contained within this web site are not to be considered substitutes for proper medical and health care. As with any other medicine, if you are sick, you should consult a physician to find out if the herbal preparations listed here are right for you. Saba Botanical does not make any medical claims nor warranties regarding the use of the products listed on this site. No matter how natural a product is, it may have a potential of causing side effects and allergic reaction on certain individuals. You should consult your physician before taking any medication.

Teen Hair Dye Done Naturally Reveals the Real You

Natural Teen Hair Dye for the Real You
‘Let’s Me be Me’

3 reasons to reveal the real me with a natural teen hair dye:

• I want to be myself and dying my hair makes me feel like an individual.
• I want to make my own personal style statement.
• My friends are dying their hair with risky chemicals, but I prefer to be safe and still look amazing.
  

Instead of going the “permanent chemical color” route, bringing out your own natural highlights reveal natural beauty. Your own highlights not only make your best style statement –they'll make you look alluring. The good news is that you don’t have to take a chance with your health either –if you go natural. Using an all-natural plant-based hair color dye in a variety of shade choices will help you reveal the real you, with a personal style you will be proud to rock.

Natural Teen Hair Dye for the Real You
Keeps You Healthy

The report below focuses on serious allergies and other health dangers that can occur with increased use of permanent chemical hair dyes.

“Allergic reactions to hair dyes are increasing as more and younger people dye their hair warn researchers. This can lead to dermatitis on the face and, in severe cases, facial swelling may occur. More than two thirds of hair dyes currently contain para-phenylenediamine (PPD) and other related agents. During the 20th century, allergic reactions to PPD became such a serious problem that it was banned from hair dyes in Germany, France, and Sweden.

Market research also indicates that more people are dying their hair and are doing so at a younger age… severe hair dye reactions among children have also recently been reported. ‘Wider debate on the safety and composition of hair dyes is overdue’, say the authors. Cultural and commercial pressures to dye hair are putting people at risk and increasing the burden on health services.

It may not be easy to reverse these trends, however, as some patients have continued to use such dyes even when advised that they are allergic to them and risk severe reactions, they conclude.”¹

Why risk your health when who you REALLY want be is YOU? Naturally.
Reveal the real you with Lustrous Henna®. * 

¹ Source: BMJ-British Medical Journal.
*Allergic reaction to pure henna is extremely rare. However, since anyone can be allergic to natural products from Mother Earth-prior to overall application, it’s still advisable to perform an allergy test.

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 Author: L.J. O'Neal, writer and researcher. (L.J. is also a Lustrous Henna®  user.)

©2010-2015. L.J. O'Neal. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED.

Do not copy or reprint this article without the consent of the author or Saba Botanical of USA.

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 *Even though our herbal ingredients have been used in natural medicine for centuries, we must add the following disclaimer: The herbs, formulas, and recipes contained within this web site are not to be considered substitutes for proper medical and health care. As with any other medicine, if you are sick, you should consult a physician to find out if the herbal preparations listed here are right for you. Saba Botanical does not make any medical claims nor warranties regarding the use of the products listed on this site. No matter how natural a product is, it may have a potential of causing side effects and allergic reaction on certain individuals. You should consult your physician before taking any medication.

Hair Dye Allergy Sparks Search for Natural Henna Dye Alternative

Hair Dye Allergy Increasing

According to a report from the United States National Institute of Health and the British Medical Journal, hair dye allergy is on the increase. This coincides with the increase of teens and young adults dying their hair with chemical hair dyes containing PPD (para-phenylenediamine).

“A patient with contact allergy to a hair dye often presents with dermatitis on the face or around the hair line. Severe reactions also occur; some patients have had such gross facial swelling that they have been treated initially for angioedema and some have been admitted to hospital…

Wider debate on the safety and composition of hair dyes is overdue—among medical and scientific communities, the public, and legislators. Cultural and commercial pressures to dye hair and, perhaps, the widespread obsession with the “culture of youth” are putting people at risk and increasing the burden on health services. It may not be easy to reverse these trends, however, as some patients have continued to use such dyes even when advised that they are allergic to them and risk severe reactions.”¹

Natural Henna Dye Alternative

Chemical hair dye allergy risk increases with each and every use. That is a fact. You can go for months or even years without a reaction. Quite unexpectedly, a sudden reaction to PPD (para-phenylenediamine) can occur and the effects are long lasting. Now is the time to seek a recommended and proven alternative that dermatologists all over the globe endorse: naturally pure henna.

An effective, natural alternative to PPD (para-phenylenediamine) hair dye is highly sifted, superior quality henna. Why take a chance on your permanent health? Use a proven PPD-free henna hair dye from a reputable source. Your healthy alternative to dangerous chemical hair dye.

 

¹ Source on file: National Center for Biotechnology Information, U.S. National Library of Medicine

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 Author: L.J. O'Neal, writer and researcher. (L.J. is also a Lustrous Henna®  user.)

©2010-2015. L.J. O'Neal. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED.

Do not copy or reprint this article without the consent of the author or Saba Botanical of USA.

Want to view our website? Go to:Saba Botanical of USA

 *Even though our herbal ingredients have been used in natural medicine for centuries, we must add the following disclaimer: The herbs, formulas, and recipes contained within this web site are not to be considered substitutes for proper medical and health care. As with any other medicine, if you are sick, you should consult a physician to find out if the herbal preparations listed here are right for you. Saba Botanical does not make any medical claims nor warranties regarding the use of the products listed on this site. No matter how natural a product is, it may have a potential of causing side effects and allergic reaction on certain individuals. You should consult your physician before taking any medication.

Para-phenylenediamine PPD Hair Dye –Dermatologist Straight Talk

“The use of PPD (para-phenylenediamine) as a hair dye is popular because it is a permanent dye that gives a natural look.  Further, PPD enables the hair to be shampooed without becoming discolored, as well as, permed to achieve waves or curls without difficulty.

Hair-dyes have high concentration of para-phenylenediamine and should be avoided because when exposed to UV rays, it can induce a photo-allergic contact-dermatitis. PPD-free dyes are the need of the hour for those sensitive to PPD.” -Dr. Vikas Sharma, internationally acclaimed dermatologist.

The stress of modern living, a craving for “instant results”, coupled with a desire to be more fashionable and/or to cover premature gray has resulted in a host of men and women using permanent hair color dyes containing PPD. The quest for radiant beauty from this type of hair dye is riskier with each and every application.

The Flip Side to Para-phenylenediamine PPD Hair Dye

The flip side of the modern day saturation of PPD hair dye use is that a number of individuals cannot use them at all, due to sensitivity and allergic reaction. Unfortunately, extreme allergic reactions such as permanent skin depigmentation have caused sad and even some tragic consequences to afflicted consumers. Of course anyone suffering these types of reactions would be deeply depressed due to low-self esteem.

A team of prominent dermatologists at National Skin Hospital in Manimajra, India concluded a study of permanent hair color dye and allergy. The study found that 20% of permanent dye users develop an allergy mostly in the form of an allergic contact dermatitis –with redness and itch on the scalp, neck and face.  However, in severe cases a systemic reaction can affect skin all over the body and other organs.  Hairdressers have also been affected by hand dermatitis. The relevant allergen was identified as: Para-phenylenediamine (PPD), an active ingredient in permanent hair dyes.

Try a Natural Alternative to Para-phenylenediamine PPD Hair Dye

Lustrous Henna^® is a natural alternative for EVERYONE, not only those with known sensitivity to PPD. Why take a chance on your permanent health? Use a proven, all natural, ppd-free hair dye.

 

¹ Internationally acclaimed dermatologist, Dr. Vikas Sharma is currently Professor and Head of Dermatology Department at All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS) and past president of Indian Association of Dermatologists.  

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 Author: L.J. O'Neal, writer and researcher. (L.J. is also a Lustrous Henna®  user.)

©2010-2015. L.J. O'Neal. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED.

Do not copy or reprint this article without the consent of the author or Saba Botanical of USA.

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 *Even though our herbal ingredients have been used in natural medicine for centuries, we must add the following disclaimer: The herbs, formulas, and recipes contained within this web site are not to be considered substitutes for proper medical and health care. As with any other medicine, if you are sick, you should consult a physician to find out if the herbal preparations listed here are right for you. Saba Botanical does not make any medical claims nor warranties regarding the use of the products listed on this site. No matter how natural a product is, it may have a potential of causing side effects and allergic reaction on certain individuals. You should consult your physician before taking any medication.

DIY Bath Salt Mixes to Detox Body –Make Hot Bath Gifts from Home

Why Detox Body with Bath Salts? 

Who doesn’t feel a little overwhelmed and exhausted around this time of the year? Cool weather, the holiday season with lots of socializing, coupled with plenty of unhealthy, rich food and booze.

Your gift sends the message that you want the recipient to be pampered in a luxurious, rejuvenating, hot bath. We all need the nurturing of a comforting and tranquil hot bath. Your family, friends and even work associates would appreciate this kind of a hot bath too. This touching gift will be used, appreciated and remembered.

Additionally, in a practical sense, bath salts mixed and placed in a glass jar; wrapped with a ribbon; attached printed gift label, sends the message: Quality. They don’t have to know that the costs are amazingly reasonable, depending on the mixture you select.

According to Certified Ayurvedic practitioner, Avani Sukhadia:

“Hydrotherapy has been used for centuries to clean out the body of toxins.” (During the holiday season) The ama (toxins) builds up from rich food…this is followed by lowered immunity, due to the clogged strotas, channels of the body. Taking a detoxifying bath cleans us out and we feel lighter. We raise internal agni, sweat out impurities, clear sinuses and mucus congestion. This purification makes us less susceptible to flu germs. Mentally and psychologically, the warmth cocoons us and we feel less stressed and anxious. Vata can create excessive thinking and worry… A bath is the perfect escape where you can think more clearly, or better yet, quiet the mind completely. Warm water acts as a sedative to the nervous system. By adding aromatherapy, the calming vapors penetrate the skin and balance brain activity.”¹

What is Bath Salt?  

‘The minerals inside a high-quality bath salt promote healthy, more youthful skin. When you use a high quality bath salt, you’ll find your skin will feel smoother and softer after your bath. Bath salt also helps purge impurities from your skin, resulting in a clean, radiant glow. 

Sea salt is packed with minerals and nutrients – so when sea salt is used in the tub in the form of bath salt, it delivers amazing benefits. Bathing with bath salt is a wonderful way to relax, and the benefits reach far beyond the skin’s surface: a high quality bath salt is believed to lower blood pressure, treat conditions such as arthritis and muscle soreness, and has powerful detoxifying properties.’²

Recipes to Mix Bath Salts at Home

You’ll need ingredients

• 100% natural course sea salt
• Epsom salts (magnesium sulfate) soothes sore muscles, stiff joints and increases alkalinity
• Aromatherapy or essential oils (lavender, eucalyptus, rose, ylang ylang, etc)
• Natural plant powder(s) and/or fresh herbs in fine mesh or cheesecloth bag: rose petal powder, cinnamon, lavender, etc.

Supplies

• funnel (for adding salt and powders to jars) • plastic zipper bag (gallon) • mixing bowl • whisk • fork • air-tight container (small glass jar or small mason jar with lid) • ribbon and label for gift-giving •

Set the stage for indulgence

• Before bathing, self-massage body with warm massage oil to increase circulation and blood flow.
• If desired, try a scalp massage^#.
• Add soft candles and soothing music.
  Prepare cucumber slices, tea bags or cotton eye pads soaked in rosewater. Use on closed eyes while bathing.

Rose Petal Powder Bath Salts

2 cups Epsom salts
1 cup coarse sea salt
1 cup baking soda
½ cup rose petal powder
7-10 drops aromatherapy or essential oils

Optional: 2 tablespoons almond oil for added moisture (add to bath tub when filling)

Mix all salts and rose petal powder together in bowl; then place in plastic bag. Mix in the oils and keep mixture clump-free. Using funnel, store; then seal in jars.

Cinnamon Bath Salts

2 cups Epsom salts
1-cup coarse sea salt
1-cup baking soda
3 tablespoons cinnamon powder
1-tablespoon ground ginger (optional)
7-10 drops aromatherapy or essential oils

Mix all salts and cinnamon powder together in bowl; then place in plastic bag. Mix in the oils and keep mixture clump-free. Using funnel, store; then seal in jars.

When ready to use:
Pour ¼ cup of this mixture into a bathtub while filling with hot water.  Relax and soak for 30-40 minutes or more if desired.

Certified Ayurvedic practitioner, Avani Sukhadia, also adds the following for a truly luxurious hot bath: When filling tub, add milk and honey to your basic bath salt mix, along with 7-10 more drops of your favorite aromatherapy oil (mix into salts or milk).

How to Use Bath Salts in Hot Bath

For a bath, fill the tub about halfway to the desired level. Test water* to make sure it’s hot -but not so intensely hot that it can cause burning. Take a handful of the bath salts mix and pour it into the bath by holding your hand under the faucet, allowing the bath salts to fall with the water into the tub. While pouring the bath salts into the bath, their fragrance will be released into the steam, allowing for a very fragrant bath.  Depending on their size, bath salts will dissolve quickly once in contact with hot water. Once you have poured one to two handfuls of bath salts into your bath, you’re ready to relax!  Be sure to stir the bath salts into the water and circulate them well, so the fragrances are released into the steam.

After bathing: Be sure to drink plenty of water after your detoxification bath. Get comfy in your favorite pajamas, climb in bed and enjoy the best night’s sleep ever.

*Those with heart problems, high blood pressure, diabetes, inflammations and other medical conditions should consult their primary care physician before taking hot baths.

^{#Basic scalp massage instructions.}

¹Ayurveda Knowledge Center
²The Ultimate Bath Salt Guide (by The San Francisco Salt Company)

Read real customer testimonials.

 Author: L.J. O'Neal, writer and researcher. (L.J. is also a Lustrous Henna®  user.)

©2010-2015. L.J. O'Neal. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED.

Do not copy or reprint this article without the consent of the author or Saba Botanical of USA.

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 *Even though our herbal ingredients have been used in natural medicine for centuries, we must add the following disclaimer: The herbs, formulas, and recipes contained within this web site are not to be considered substitutes for proper medical and health care. As with any other medicine, if you are sick, you should consult a physician to find out if the herbal preparations listed here are right for you. Saba Botanical does not make any medical claims nor warranties regarding the use of the products listed on this site. No matter how natural a product is, it may have a potential of causing side effects and allergic reaction on certain individuals. You should consult your physician before taking any medication.

Aloe Vera with Bhringraj – the Healthy Hair Combo

Aloe Vera Benefits for Healthy Hair

Aloe Vera is an excellent treatment for hair fall because the plant itself closely matches our own body’s biochemistry, containing many of the same vitamins and minerals that make up our own bodies. Without question, Aloe Vera provides benefits for hair fall or hair loss. It strengthens, adds a healthy radiance and shine to hair. 

The Aloe Vera plant is a flowering plant with a long history of medicinal treatments for skin problems. It has been called “the lily of the desert” and “the plant of immortality”. Its medicinal and healing properties have been known for over 4000 years. Ancient Greeks, Egyptians and Chinese civilizations used Aloe Vera. Cleopatra used it to purify her skin. Alexander the Great used it for his soldiers’ wounds.

As a topical medicinal treatment, Aloe Vera extracts have antibacterial and antifungal properties that may help in the treatment of skin infections and inhibit the growth of fungi. Additionally, it's a natural moisturizer that soothes the skin, eliminating the risk of flaky scalp (dandruff) and flaky skin in harsh and dry weather.

Bhringraj Benefits for Healthy Hair

Traditionally throughout Asian countries, Bhringraj* has also been used from the hair shaft on natural hair to the tips, for preventing baldness, anti-dandruff, anti-lice and revitalizing the hair. Additionally, for centuries, the leaf juice has been boiled with sesame or coconut oil to dye natural hair black or to tattoo the skin.

The leaf extract is considered quite beneficial for natural hair and has been traditionally used externally on the hair shaft to stop hair loss and thinning hair, promote luxuriant hair growth, stop graying of hair shaft and improve hair color. It’s used as a hair tonic and hair-conditioning agent.

In fact, the entire plant including the seeds, have been used in Ayurvedic medicine for ages. Today, around the globe, Bhringraj is proven to be effective with numerous benefits both internally and externally, for instance, to improve hair shaft condition.

Aloe Vera –Bhringhaj Combo for Healthy Hair

If you’re worried by hair fall or hair loss, Aloe Vera is an excellent treatment for hair loss because the plant itself closely matches our own body’s biochemistry, containing many of the same vitamins and minerals that make up our own bodies. It strengthens, adds a healthy radiance and shine to hair.

Additionally, the aloe vera plant contains many healthy hair benefits especially when combined with wheat germ oil and almond oil, added to Bhringraj. This mixture helps to moisturize, nourish and revitalize your hair and scalp. If you suffer hair fall or hair thinning, then regular use of this healthy hair conditioner will help to stop hair fall or hair loss; thus promoting hair growth. Without question, Aloe Vera provides great benefits for hair loss or hair fall.

What? You don’t have time to make this combo yourself? Surprise! You don’t have to.

Did you know that this “combo for healthy hair” is found in every bottle of Imbue^® Natural Conditioner by Saba Botanicals of USA? It’s an herbal formula containing plant extracts from Bhringraj combined with, aloe vera, wheat germ oil, almond oil and other beneficial botanicals. Revitalize and nourish your hair and scalp with Imbue^® Natural Conditioner.

Buy Pure Bhringraj Powder can be purchased at Saba Botanical of USA.

Read real customer testimonials.

 Author: L.J. O'Neal, writer and researcher. (L.J. is also a Lustrous Henna®  user.)

©2010-2015. L.J. O'Neal. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED.

Do not copy or reprint this article without the consent of the author or Saba Botanical of USA.

Want to view our website? Go to:Saba Botanical of USA

 *Even though our herbal ingredients have been used in natural medicine for centuries, we must add the following disclaimer: The herbs, formulas, and recipes contained within this web site are not to be considered substitutes for proper medical and health care. As with any other medicine, if you are sick, you should consult a physician to find out if the herbal preparations listed here are right for you. Saba Botanical does not make any medical claims nor warranties regarding the use of the products listed on this site. No matter how natural a product is, it may have a potential of causing side effects and allergic reaction on certain individuals. You should consult your physician before taking any medication.