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Soft Skin Secret -Use Reetha Fruit (Soapnuts)

 

For Soft Skin Soapnut (Reetha Fruit) to the Rescue!

The Indian fruit, Reetha, contains natural soap. Soapnuts, Soapberries are given this common name because the fruit pulp is used to make soap. The generic name is derived from the Latin words saponis, meaning “soap,” and indicus, meaning “of India.”

Reetha Fruit (Soapnut) has been used for washing for thousands of years by native peoples in Asia, as well as, Native Americans. Soapnut contains saponins which are a natural surfactant. Besides containing excellent cleansing properties, it great if you want soft skin and hair.

In modern times, in some parts of the world, people still make liquid soap from Soapnuts. They grind and soak the fruit overnight. The seed of the fruit contains precious oil. The extract is made by grinding the seed and the pulp into a powder to use in shampoo and other applications.

Pure Reetha Powder Organic Wash

The ‘grinding work’ has been done for you.

Even in industrialized countries, Reetha Fruit (Soapnut) such as those of Sapindus mukorossi, is a popular ingredient in Ayurvedic shampoos and cleansers. It's not just for soft skin . Soapnuts have been used in Ayurvedic medicine as a treatment for eczema and psoriasis. Soapnuts have gentle, but effective, insecticidal properties and are also traditionally used for removing lice from the scalp. There are other numerous medicinal benefits contained within Soapnuts that modern science is currently “discovering”.

In addition to soft skin use, Saba Botanical includes Soapnut (Reetha Fruit) in its list of beneficial ingredients in several products for healthy hair. You can purchase -completely ground- Pure Reetha Organic Wash in individual 100 gram packs currently for only $3.99 each 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.)

©2010-2014. 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.

 

 

For Soft Skin Soapnut (Reetha Fruit) to the Rescue!

The Indian fruit, Reetha, contains natural soap. Soapnuts, Soapberries are given this common name because the fruit pulp is used to make soap. The generic name is derived from the Latin words saponis, meaning “soap,” and indicus, meaning “of India.”

Reetha Fruit (Soapnut) has been used for washing for thousands of years by native peoples in Asia, as well as, Native Americans. Soapnut contains saponins which are a natural surfactant. Besides containing excellent cleansing properties, it great if you want soft skin and hair.

In modern times, in some parts of the world, people still make liquid soap from Soapnuts. They grind and soak the fruit overnight. The seed of the fruit contains precious oil. The extract is made by grinding the seed and the pulp into a powder to use in shampoo and other applications.

Pure Reetha Powder Organic Wash

The ‘grinding work’ has been done for you.

Even in industrialized countries, Reetha Fruit (Soapnut) such as those of Sapindus mukorossi, is a popular ingredient in Ayurvedic shampoos and cleansers. It's not just for soft skin . Soapnuts have been used in Ayurvedic medicine as a treatment for eczema and psoriasis. Soapnuts have gentle, but effective, insecticidal properties and are also traditionally used for removing lice from the scalp. There are other numerous medicinal benefits contained within Soapnuts that modern science is currently “discovering”.

In addition to soft skin use, Saba Botanical includes Soapnut (Reetha Fruit) in its list of beneficial ingredients in several products for healthy hair. You can purchase -completely ground- Pure Reetha Organic Wash in individual 100 gram packs currently for only $3.99 each 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.)

©2010-2014. 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.

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. 

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.

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.

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.

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.

Hair Growth with Amla Plus Herbal Hair Oil by Saba Botanical

Improve Healthy Hair Growth
-with Amla Plus Herbal Hair Oil

Are you a little confused with the mass-produced products promoted as quality amla oil for hair? Did you know that most of these products are ‘basically liquid paraffin, with green dye, or fragrance of amla in other cheap oils, with hardly any herbal benefits’? * This underscores the necessity to rely on trusted sources for herbal products that provide real benefit for healthy hair growth. Saba Botanical of USA is such a source.

Saba Botanical of USA recently made me aware of the herbal ingredients in Amla Plus Herbal Hair Oil. Unlike the previously alluded to mass-produced oils, Amla Plus Herbal Hair Oil contains nourishing herbs. Amla Plus Herbal Hair Oil is:‘amla fruit in a sesame seed oil base, with the addition of bhringraj, brahmi and neem. The herbs are infused for very long time in oil, after that it is filtered and processed into this refined stage.’*

Benefits of Amla Fruit with Sesame Seed Oil

Amla Fruit (Indian Gooseberry, Emblica officinalis):  Excellent cleansing agent for both the skin and hair. Amla fruit has been used in hair tonics or applied as a paste to improve hair growth and enrich hair color.  An ancient plant used in India to prevent hair loss (due to its antioxidant properties, iron and carotene content).

Sesame seed oil: contains oleic acid and linoleic acid • rich in fatty acids, vitamin E and B • contains minerals such as magnesium, copper, iron, calcium and zinc • aids in regulating sebum production • phytosterol in sesame seed oil helps to reduce redness and itching of scalp • natural antibacterial excellent for healing scalp infections, fungus • increases scalp circulation due to its high penetration ability • protects hair from harmful ultraviolet (UV) rays • acts as a sunscreen and protects against harmful environmental pollutants • a scalp massage oil with soothing and tranquilizing qualities. 

Benefits of both Amla Fruit and Sesame Seed Oil:  imparts luster to hair • protects from dandruff • helps prevent premature gray hair • stimulates growth of hair on the scalp • strengthens the hair roots.

For Healthy Hair Growth 
Where to find Amla Plus Herbal Hair Oil?

This powerful combination can be found at Saba Botanical of USA, a trusted source for quality herbal products that improve and promote healthy hair growth.
 

*Source: 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.

Sesame Oil for Hair with Surprising Benefits

Sesame Oil for Hair and More –Ancient Nourishment

I find it pretty amazing to learn of the benefits that ancient oils contain to nourish and grow healthy hair. Sesame oil is another oil used for centuries for its benefits inside and outside the body. In Asian countries, sesame oil has been commonly used in cooking for ages. Its popularity is similar to how olive oil is used in Mediterranean countries.

‘In Ayurvedic medicine, sesame oil is used for massaging as it is believed to rid the body of heat due to its viscous nature upon rubbing. It is also used for hair and scalp massage. It is also used in many cosmetic applications, including as a carrier oil’.¹

Sesame Oil for Hair –Why Beneficial

Sesame oil is balance of oleic acid and linoleic acid. Sesame oil contains vital ingredients for hair health. It is rich in fatty acids, vitamin E and B, and minerals such as magnesium, copper, iron, calcium and zinc.² Consider theses amazing benefits:

• It aids in regulating sebum production; nourishes the scalp to prevent dandruff.
• The phytosterol in the sesame oil helps to reduce redness and itching of scalp.
• A natural antibacterial oil that’s great for healing scalp infections, fungus.
• Promotes hair growth by strengthening the root and hair shaft.
• Aids hair growth: Increases the scalp circulation due to its high penetration ability, even if pollution, dust and chemicals have previously damaged hair.
• Protects your hair from harmful ultraviolet (UV) rays by forming a coat around the hair.
• Acts as a sunscreen and protects against harmful environmental pollutants.
• Due to its hair darkening quality, it helps in preventing premature graying (when used daily).
• Soothing and tranquilizing qualities makes it a great scalp massage oil.
• Adds shine to hair.

No doubt, you’ll agree that sesame oil has surprising benefits for healthy hair. If you need a trusted source for healthy hair and hair growth products, you find it here.

 

^1,2 Sources 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.

Amla Powder –an Ancient Cleanser and Hair Conditioner that Works

Amla Powder
–Ancient Hair Conditioner

For centuries, Amla has been used in hair tonics or applied as a paste to improve hair growth and enrich hair color.  An ancient plant used in India to prevent hair loss (due to its antioxidant properties, iron and carotene content).

Amla (Indian Gooseberry, Emblica officinalis) is a wonderful cleansing agent for both the skin and hair. Amla extract in all natural shampoo does not deposit any color on the hair and can be used by everyone. Amla extract helps replace the nourishment lost by hair gels, chemical hair color and hair spray.

• It imparts luster to hair
• Protects from dandruff
• Helps prevent premature gray hair
• It stimulates growth of hair on the scalp
• Strengthens the hair roots

Amla Powder
–in 100% All Natural Lustrous Henna Hair Dye

Amla extract (Indian Gooseberry, Emblica officinalis) is also a natural hair colorant and is popularly used in inks, the high tannin content of Indian gooseberry fruit serves as a mordant for fixing dyes in fabrics. All natural shampoo (like Imbue™ Nurturing Shampoo by Saba Botanical) that contain Amla powder or Amla extract (Indian Gooseberry, Emblica officinalis) are traditionally believed to nourish the hair and scalp and prevent premature gray hair. Amla extract is also one of the all-natural herbal botanical ingredients contained in Lustrous Henna® plant-based hair color.

Amla Powder
-A little History

Amla Powder made from Amla fruit is more commonly known as Indian gooseberry. Its botanical name is: Emblica officinalis. Its synonyms are: Awla, Amalake, Aamla, Aavalaa, Amlaki, and numerous others. It is a fruit-producing tree of 12-18 feet high that grows in central and northern India. The flowers are greenish-yellow. The fruit is edible.

A precious oil is extracted from its seed and pulp. As alluded to previously, Amla oil (and Amla powder) is used as a treatment for hair and scalp problems. The aqua extract by grinding the seed and pulp is used in all natural shampoo. Amla powder is an excellent natural hair conditioner that stops hair fall and thus aids in hair loss prevention.

To order all natural pure Amla powder for hair, visit 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.

Top 10 Avocado Benefits for Healthy Hair, #5 is My Fave!

 

Top 10 Avocado Benefits for Healthy Hair

The super fruit, avocado, is well known for its numerous benefits for our body and healthy skin. However its power doesn’t stop there. Check out what it can do for your hair!

1.     Moisturizes and conditions hair
2.     Excellent for dry, damaged hair
3.     Helps tame frizzy hair
4.     Helps prevent split ends
5.     Promotes hair growth
6.     Prevents hair loss
7.     Rich in vitamins B to protect and strengthen roots
8.     Rich in vitamin E to repair scalp damage
9.     Adds radiance and shine
10.  Adds suppleness to hair  

Amazing Avocado Oil 
-More Benefits for Healthy hair

Avocado oil provides excellent protection for damaged and/or dry, brittle hair. Filled with fatty acids, avocado oil adds suppleness and beautiful shine to hair. The vitamins and amino acids nourish the scalp and hair roots. Try it in a hair treatment and experience the results in your healthy hair care routine and maintenance.

Avocado Hot Oil Hair Treatment and Frizzy Hair Tamer
(Saba Style)

½ Avocado, peeled with pit removed (medium-size)
1 tablespoon Pure Brahmi Powder
2-3 tablespoons of Avocado oil (depending on size of avocado).

In a blender, mash the avocado and then add all ingredients; mix until smooth; Apply on hair and scalp. Cover your hair with a plastic bag or plastic wrap. Get under a hair dryer (low-medium setting) for 15-20 minutes. If you don’t want to use a hair dryer, then just wrap a towel around your head for at least 30 minutes. Follow up with gentle shampoo or co-wash (conditioner-only wash).

Avocado Hair Shine Restorer

½ to 1 medium-size Avocado, (depending on hair length) -peeled with pit removed
1 Egg Yolk
1 tablespoon Tulsi Powder
1 tablespoon Olive Oil or Coconut Oil

Mash the peeled avocado and then add all ingredients; mix until smooth paste; apply on hair and scalp and gently massage. Cover your hair with a plastic bag or plastic wrap. Wrap a towel around your head for 30 minutes. Remove and follow up with gentle shampoo or co-wash (conditioner-only wash).

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.

What Saba Botanical of USA Wants You to Know about Green Living

Saba Botanical of USA
-wants you to know:

Natural Herbs Are Essential To Healthy Green Living

“The most beautiful thing we possess is our body and soul. Our body requires regular care and maintenance to keep looking healthy and beautiful. In nature, we can find remedies for virtually every health problem. Whether it's fresh produce, dried herbs, essential oils or extracts: the key to great health is using pure botanically rich ingredients -derived from nature.” –Syed Abbas. 

In addition to Lustrous Henna® hair dye and Lustrous Henna Shampoo Powder for beautiful hair, Saba offers other natural hair care products that promote green living: shampoos, conditioners, spa facial and body masks, containing natural extracts of Soapnut (Reetha fruit), Amla, Shikakai and other valuable herbs.

Saba Botanical of USA
-wants you to know:

About Lustrous Henna^® Hair Dye

If you’re allergic to chemical hair dye, Saba can help. Saba has formulated their products with natural, highly effective herbs for health conscious people and people sensitive to harsh chemicals found in most cosmetic formulations. Make the switch from harmful chemical hair dye to a completely natural and beneficial hair dye, well suited for green living.

• Lustrous Henna^® hair dye is an herbal, all-natural hair color dye. Some call it a plant-based or vegetable dye for men and women. It is a true all natural formulation that covers gray hair.
• Lustrous Henna^® hair dye can be used for hair color application, as well as for hair highlights.
• Lustrous Henna^® hair dye is lab certified, to be free of synthetic dyes and additives. It does not contain metallic salts.
• Lustrous Henna^® hair dye is lab certified, to be free of PPD also known as Para-Phenylenediamine and PTD or Paratoluenediamine, is non-toxic, hypoallergenic, does not contain ammonia or peroxide.
• Lustrous Henna^® hair dye is pure herbal Henna (Mehndi) finely sifted and mixed with other herbs to achieve naturally beautiful hair color shades, such as: red, mahogany, brown, dark brown, black, golden, blonde, golden blonde, medium golden blonde and more.

Saba Botanical of USA
-wants you to know:

“Yesterday’s Traditional Herbs May Hold the Answers...to Tomorrow's World”
-Syed Abbas

So, make yourself at home with Saba Botanical of USA and view the line of totally natural ppd-free hair dye, natural herbal hair care and natural skin treatment products –combining old traditions with modern, environmentally friendly, green living. 

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.

Repair Dry Hair with 5 Hair Moisturizing Recipes – I Love No. 3

Repair Dry Hair with Moisture

No one wants dry, damaged hair. You must have a regular hair care routine if you want healthy hair. You will have radiant, shiny and lustrous hair using the following moisturizing hair masque recipes. These hair masques are best used immediately after mixing. (When mixture is refrigerated and cold, the fats and oils can’t penetrate the hair follicles as well.)

Note: warm or hot temperature opens the hair follicles and the moisturizing hair conditioner can penetrate the follicles deeper. Cold water closes the hair follicles. Remember: after you rinse your hair with lukewarm water, rinse again (briefly) with very cold water (whatever you can stand).

Repair Dry Hair -Recipe No.1

Oil and Honey Moisturizing Hair Masque

Mix a teaspoon of each: olive oil, almond oil, coconut oil, avocado oil and 1 tablespoon of honey. Massage and smooth gently into the scalp. Do not comb hair with honey in it, use your hands to smooth.

Cover your head with shower cap; then cover with a towel to keep the heat in. Leave on for 20 minutes. Shampoo with all-natural Imbue™ Natural Shampoo or Lustrous Henna® Shampoo Powder. Rinse thoroughly with lukewarm water. Final part of rinse: use cold water for about a minute to close follicles.  Repeat this 3-4 times a week. This treatment will strengthen hair follicle, reconstruct, moisturize, soften hair and remove frizz.

Repair Dry Hair -Recipe No.2

Egg Yolk Moisturizing Hair Masque

Blend together the following in a bowl: 3 egg yolks; 1 cup of full-fat mayonnaise (let mayo warm to room temperature); ½ cup of olive oil (some folks prefer extra-virgin olive oil also known as, EVOO). Makes 1-2 hair treatments, depending on your hair length.

Apply this mixture to your hair thoroughly –from root to tip-and gently massage it in for 3-5 minutes. Cover your head with shower cap; then cover with a towel to keep the heat in. Leave on for 20 minutes. Rinse thoroughly with lukewarm water. Final part of rinse: use cold water for about a minute to close follicles No need to shampoo. It’s best to use this masque when you have time to spend to let your hair dry naturally. There will be some oil left in your hair but it will be conditioning your hair until your next shampoo.

Repair Dry Hair -Recipe No.3

Ayurvedic Herbs Moisturizing Hair Masque

Mix together: 2 egg yolks, 1 tsp. olive oil, 1 tsp. almond oil, 2 tsp. brandy, 2 tbsp. each of Amla, Reetha and Shikakai powder. Add enough water to make paste (with consistency of pudding).

Gently part hair and massage mixture on the scalp, first, then throughout hair. Cover your head with shower cap; then cover with a towel to keep the heat in. Leave on for 30 minutes. Shampoo with Imbue™ Natural Shampoo. Rinse thoroughly with lukewarm water. Final part of rinse: use cold water for about a minute to close follicles. Repeat it for 2-3 times a week, when needed.

Repair Dry Hair -Recipe No.4

Avocado Banana Moisturizing Hair Masque

½ cup of full-fat mayonnaise, 1/2 of a ripe or over-ripe avocado, ¼ cup olive oil, ¼ cup almond oil, 1 small jar of organic banana baby food (won’t leave stuff in hair)

Make sure avocado is completely mashed and blend everything together until smooth, like pudding, with no separation of color.  Apply this mixture to your hair thoroughly –from root to tip-and gently massage it in for 3-5 minutes.

Cover your head with shower cap; then cover with a towel to keep the heat in. Leave on for 20 minutes. Rinse thoroughly with lukewarm water. Final part of rinse: use cold water for about a minute to close follicles. No need to shampoo. It’s best to use this masque when you have time to spend to let your hair dry naturally. There will be some oil left in your hair but it will be conditioning your hair until your next shampoo.

Repair Dry Hair -Recipe No.5

Moisturizing Hair Masque for Hair Growth

• 1 cup mayonnaise
• 1 tablespoon honey
• 2 tablespoons pure aloe vera gel
• 1 banana (or 1 baby food jar of organic bananas)
• 1 tablespoon cold-pressed castor oil
• 1 tablespoon almond oil
• 1 egg yolk
• ¼ teaspoon neem powder
• 1 tablespoon rose petal powder

Apply mask to hair; cover with plastic wrap or cap and warm towel; or hair dryer on low heat for last 15 minutes). Leave mask on for 30- 60 minutes, depending on season.  (One hour in summer; 30 minutes in winter). Gently rinse off with warm water. Follow up with Lustrous Henna Shampoo Powder (for best results) or a naturally mild shampoo, like Imbue Natural Shampoo. Use once or twice a month, depending on hair condition.

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.