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QUICK REFERENCE - COMMON PLANT USES FOR SKIN & HAIR
ALOE: healing, helpful for preventing scars APPLE: natural mild chemical peel, high in alpha-hydroxy (fruit acid) "malic acid" which gently exfoliates. CARROT: can lighten scars or dark spots from UV damage or aging, helps repair surface damage. GINGER: helpful for hypopigmentation/skin that has lost pigment from scarring or skin condition. Stimulating. TURMERIC: believed to help with eczema, skin irritation, circulation, and even preventing certain types of cancer cell formation. FIG: helps prevent and repair UV damage. PARSLEY: contains chlorophyll which can fight bacterial growth on skin, has detoxing properties, promotes collagen growth and slows hair loss. PEPPERS: high in phytonutrients, lycopene and sulphur, can be helpful for preventing certain types of cancers and promotes healthy skin cells. PUMPKIN: helps brighten skin, even skin tone, fight acne, and balance oily skin. STRAWBERRY: high in salicylic acid which can balance oily skin and absorb excess oil, can minimize the appearance of pores. TOMATO: acidity can fight acne and reduce the appearance of pores. CRANBERRY: antibacterial and antioxidants LEMON PEEL: antibacterial, helps reduce excess oil SPINACH: helps with signs of aging by promoting collagen growth, reduces redness, high in vitamins, high in chlorophyll |
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