Saba's Tulsi Leaf Powder, a Natural Skin Treatment
Who doesn't appreciate an effective skin treatment if we’re experience a problem? Desiring beautiful, healthy skin is a natural desire of both men and women, especially as we age.
Tulsi is an herbal ingredient that can nourish and heal the skin. This flowering plant has been used topically and medicinally for centuries in Ayurveda. Today, we can enjoy this special therapy right in the privacy of our own home with Tulsi Leaf.
What is Tulsi Leaf?
The botanical name for Tulsi is: Ocimum tenuiflorum, Ocimum sanctum or Holy basil (in the Lamiaceae family). It’s a medicinal plant and also used for religious purposes. It is a small flowering plant with a strong aroma. There three main types of tulsi cultivated in India. The green-leaved variety (Sri or Lakshmi tulsi, a purple-leaved variety (Krishna tulsi) and Karpoora Tulsi.
In India, Tulsi is call the ‘queen of herbs’ and is also considered an holy and sacred herb. In Ayurveda medicine the essential oil from Karpoora Tulsi is used medicinally, in skin preparations due to it’s anti-bacterial activity. It’s also used in herbal cosmetics. It is also believed to be a sort of ‘elixir of life’, promoting longevity.
Tulsi leaf is endowed with antiseptic and purifying qualities which help to prevent skin diseases. Tulsi leaf works very well on eczema, acne and pimples and many cosmetic companies use Tulsi as an ingredient in skin ointments due to its anti-bacterial properties.
Saba’s Tulsi Leaf Powder Benefits for Hair
- Tulsi leaf helps to achieve stronger and healthy skin and hair by:
- Hydrating the scalp.
- Treating and removing Dandruff.
- Nourishes dry scalp for a Healthy and Itch Free Scalp.
- Energizes Hair by promoting blood circulation.
For hair treatment: Mix desired amount of Tulsi leaf powder in a bowl with warm water to make a paste. Apply paste to all hair, completely coating all hair down to the roots. Wrap hair in a shower cap (or plastic wrap); or just leave paste on hair –for 15 to 30 minutes. Rinse hair thoroughly with warm water.
Tulsi Leaf Powder can also be used in combination with other herbs such as Amla, Brahmi, neem and others referred to in the archives.
Saba’s Tulsi Leaf Powder Suggested Uses for Healthy Skin
For face and skin: Mix 1-2 tablespoons of tulsi leaf powder with lukewarm water. Gently apply to face, avoiding eyes. (Can also apply to other areas of skin, avoiding highly sensitive areas). Leave on for no more than 10 minutes. Gently rinse off.
Tulsi Leaf Powder Face Pack: Mix together one egg white and a small amount of tulsi leaf powder. Apply to affected part of face; then to rest of face (avoiding eyes). Lightly rinse off after 20 minutes (be very gentle). Egg white tightens the pores and the tulsi leaf will disinfect the skin, preventing infections and producing healthy skin.
You can also use tulsi leaf powder as a loose face powder. Gently rub it on your face to help remove dark spots and to add glow to healthy skin.
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