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02-18-2005, 04:35 PM #1Active Nappturality Member
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Which herbs do you think are best for the hair?
The ones I know of:
Horsetail
Chamomile
Burdock Root
Any others?
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02-18-2005, 04:58 PM #2
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Top herbs for hair stimulation
Fenugreek
Thyme
Sage
Ivy Burdock
Horsetail -great for falling hair
Taken from:
http://www.alternative-beauty.com/hairstimulation.htm
The dried herbs I have and use are:
Rosemary
Blue Malva (Mallow)
Irish Moss
Echinecia (sp?)
Hibiscus (sp?)
Peppermint
Others include:
Nettle Leaf (Urtica dioica): Helps stimulate the skin and improves circulation and aids with arthritis. Can be used in hair preparations to aid in stimulating hair growth and improves the condition of the scalp. Rich in minerals and plant hormones.
Basil: Weak nervous conditions, mental fatigue, depression, tension, stress, muscular spasm, concentration, physical and mental fatigue and to overcome emotional negativity. Uplifting, aids in memory recall and stimulates blood circulation. Helps with headaches, sinus congestion, migraines, nausea, sore muscles, herpes and shingles.
Pain reliever, decongestant of the veins, congested prostate,
rheumatoid arthritis. Stimulates hair growth and conditions hair.
Cedarwood: Cleansing, reduces anxiety, antiseptic, tonic, antifungal, arthritis, rheumatism, regenerative and reduces sinus congestion.
Dries oily or blemished skin, natural astringent, used in acne
treatments. Relieves eczema, psoriasis, skin inflammation, dandruff, bug bites, hair lose, dry or oily hair, soften skin. Lymphatic tonic, aids in the removal of body fat. Indicated for retention of fluid in the tissue and cellulite. Circulatory and lymphatic stimulate.
Stress, tension and nervous disorders. Avoid during pregnancy. Scent:
Soft, sweet, warm, woody, fruity, middle note. Source: Wood
Chamomile, Roman and German: There is an extremely large list of uses for chamomile including all skin conditions, severely infected skin, and cellulite. Anti-inflammatory effect, relieves cramps and spasms and helps in cases of shock. Used for menstrual disorders, skin problems, hypersensitive skin, broken veins, puffiness, strengthens tissues. Pain relieving, used for children's ailments, sedative, anti-depressant and nervousness. Relaxes the mind and body when stressed, anxious, depressed or can't sleep. Helpful with PMS, menopause, headaches, hyperactivity, eczema, skin rashes, acne, excessive acne,
rosacea, allergic reactions. Increases production of white blood
cells. Brightens and brings out highlights of hair when used in a
shampoo. Analgesic action eases arthritis, low back pain and muscle pain, rheumatism, sprains, and inflamed joints. Gives patience and peace. Sedative to Central Nervous System. Scent: Sweet, herbaceous, fresh and fruity, middle note. Source: Flowering Herb
Clary Sage: Menstrual problems, PMS, fertility, exhaustion, insomnia, menopausal problems, calming, stress, depression, cramps, excessive perspiration and destroys odor-causing bacteria. Antiseptic, calmative, tonic, anti-infectious, antispasmodic, aphrodisiac, nerve tonic, estrogen like, reduces hot flashes. Causes light euphoria and giddiness. Eases muscle and nervous tension, pain and indigestion.
Rejuvenates tired adrenal glands, which are responsible for
controlling anxiety levels in the body. Good for blemished, mature, wrinkled or inflamed skin, acne, boils, puffy skin, cell regenerator, oily skin and hair. Lowers high blood pressure and high cholesterol, aids arterial circulation. Stimulates digestion and metabolic rate.
Lack of menstrual cycle or scanty menstrual cycle, stimulates
hormones, aids labor and childbirth. Stimulates development of sex hormones and reproductive cells. Impotence, frigidity, increases peristalsis in smooth muscles of reproductive organs. Excellent for
elderly, said to reduce number of epileptic attacks. Do not use
during pregnancy or any hormone, reproductive organ cancer. Scent:
Nutty, heady, herbaceous, peppery, base note. Source: Flowering Tops
Grapefruit: Muscle fatigue, stiffness, acne, mental exhaustion, fluid retention, athletes foot, tones congested skin, tightens skin, antiseptic, disinfectant, detoxification and anti-infectious.
Astringent for oily congested skin and hair, aids hair growth.
Reduces cellulite, depression and headaches. Disinfects airborne
germs. Increases circulation, stimulates lymphatic system
detoxification, regulates body weight with regular use. Aids jet lag, PMS, alcohol and drug withdrawals. Do not use in sun products,
increases sun sensitivity. Scent: Warm, sweet and fresh citrus, top
note. Source: Fresh Peels
Juniper: Fluid retention, obesity, mental exhaustion, infections,
nervous tension, toxicity, overindulgence of food, premenstrual
bloating. Antiseptic, diuretic, expectorant, anti-parasitic and has
tonic effect. Treats pain and inflammation of arthritis and
rheumatism, varicose veins and hemorrhoids. Increases circulation and
reduces fluid retention. Pick-me-up and counters tiredness and
reduces anxiety. Used for acne, eczema, dermatitis, greasy hair, hair
loss, dandruff and decongest the venial system. Good airborne
disinfectant. Heart tonic, circulatory stimulant, cleans blood and
aids in toxin accumulation, especially uric acid. Useful in diabetes,
eases menstruation, poor memory, jet lag, uplifts. Scent: Fresh,
fruity, woody, spicy and herbaceous, middle note. Source: Fruit
Lavender: Rheumatism, dermatitis, eczema, sunburn, insect bites,
headaches, migraine, insomnia, infections, arthritis, anxiety,
tension, panic, hysteria, fatigue, rashes, nervous conditions, spasm,
balancing and relieves pain. Effective in treating infected hair
follicles and other minor skin conditions, pimples, black heads and
light forms of acne. Antiseptic, analgesic, antispasmodic, tonic,
anti-inflammatory, antibiotic, anti-infectious, antitoxin, anti-
parasitic, restorative, antidepressant, calmative, sedative. Good for
all skin types, balances sebum. Good for burns, psoriasis, scars,
thread veins, all problems concerning splitting of dermis and
epidermis, soothes and regenerates cells. Stimulates cleansing and
detoxifying. Helpful with dermatitis, eczema, sunburn, calmative,
sedative, hot flashes and restorative. Cardiac tonic, lowers or
balances high blood pressure, blood thinner, increases capillary
circulation, aids in lymphatic detoxification. Raises blood sugar,
eases digestion. Helpful and soothing in the birthing room, aids
childbirth pain and speeds delivery. Brain and Central Nervous System
sedative, nervous tension, manic depression, mood swings. Excellent
children's remedy. Scent: Fresh, floral, light, powdery, and sweet,
middle to top note. Source: Flowers
Lemon: General tonic, infections, detoxification, general fatigue,
obesity, balances sebum, acne, boils, warts. Increases shine and
growth of hair and nails. Reduces physical exhaustion, digestion,
rheumatism, arthritis, colds, flu and all respiratory disorders.
Antibiotic, sedative, astringent, stimulates immune system,
antidepressant, antiseptic, and calmative. Perhaps the most effective
oil in a room spray for disinfecting the room air. Promotes weight
loss, reduces cellulite, useful for oily complexions, hair and skin
blemishes. Strengthens epidermis function, aids epidermal
circulation, gland stimulant and purification. Stimulates connective
tissue, elastin and collagen. Lightens skin pigment. Raises blood
pressure, reduces hypertensive and diabetic accidents, reduces blood
sugar. Balances stomach acidity, endocrine stimulant. Induces labor
when overdue. Stimulant to brain, all sense organs and
Parasympathetic Nervous System Used in Japan to increase workers
productivity and concentration. Some value found in reducing
nightmares. Do not use in sun products. Scent: Light citrus scent,
clean, sweet, sugary, top note. Source: Peel
Lemongrass: Infections, acne, general tonic, nervous conditions,
cellulite and skin care. Astringent, calmative, antiseptic, anti-
infectious and anti-parasitic and antifungal. Good for hair, face and
body, improves muscle tone. Enlarged pores, tissue toner, stimulates
hydration and lymphatic detoxification, aids weak connective tissue
and tightens elastin weakness. Acts as an insect repellent and fights
ringworm. Supports Thymus Gland, activates resistance cells and
supports spleen action. Induces menstruation and increases milk in
nursing mothers. According to researchers, it is more effective
against staph infections than either penicillin or streptomycin.
Reduces headaches, rheumatism and nervousness. Excellent in skin care
preparations, athletes foot, excessive sweat, for scabies and to tone
all the tissue. Avoid during pregnancy. Scent: Citrus, herbaceous and
smoky, top note. Source: Herb Grass
Petitgrain: Calming, nervous conditions, acne, insomnia, depression,
general debility, anxiety, stress related conditions, skin care and
has sedative effect. Antispasmodic, stimulant, tonic, calmative, anti-
infectious, antiseptic. Balances the Autonomic Nervous System.
Balances Central Nervous System, useful in cases of excessive acne,
reduces perspiration and dry hair and skin. Scent: Floral, fresh and
revitalizing with a hint of orange. Source: Orange Tree Leafs
Rose Absolute: Infertility, female reproduction problems, depression,
anxiety, headaches, nerve tonic, insomnia, nervous tension,
circulation, emotional crisis, scarring, general tonic and uplifting.
Anti-infectious, antiseptic, astringent, antiviral, tonic, stimulant,
aphrodisiac and an emollient. A cell rejuvenator, radiation burns.
Stimulates brain waves to keep the mind focused and alert. Cleaning,
regulating and cooling. A powerful effect on female and male sex
organs, reduces frigidity, sterility and is useful in cases of
psychological impotence, also increases semen count. Used for all
skin types especially mature, dry and sensitive skin and acts as a
tonic astringent. Poor circulation, lowers high blood pressure,
lowers cholesterol level, immune stimulant, hangovers, nausea,
postpartum depression. Excellent for Babies and Children. Scent:
Intense, sweet, fruity and floral, top note. Source: Fresh Flower
Rosemary: Muscular pain, rheumatism, arthritis, muscular weakness,
helps eliminate toxins, memory enhancement, overwork, general
debility, infections, overindulgence, acne, exhaustion, poor
circulation, cellulite, skin care, hair care, migraines, headaches,
sinus problems, general tonic and relieves tension. Especially good
for muscles and nerves. Antiseptic, stimulant, analgesic,
antidepressant and anti-toxic. Helps wake you up. Scent: Fresh,
powerful, sharp, middle note. Source: Flowering Top, Leaves and
Twigs.
Sandalwood: Fluid retention, scarring, acne, skin care, aphrodisiac, relaxing, stress, tension, nausea, nervous exhaustion and chronic
illness. Antiseptic, antidepressant, tonic, astringent, emollient,
calmative, anti-infectious. Sedates the nervous system, subduing
nervousness, anxiety and insomnia, reduces nerve pain and relaxes
brainwaves. Encourages new cell growth. Good for dry and oily hair.
Acne, dry, aged, chapped skin, good aftershave moisturizer, useful as
hair dressing, increases water retention of collagen. Heart tonic,
cardiac fatigue, increases circulation. Increases fat metabolism,
aids digestion. Stimulates development of sex hormones and
reproductive cells, pelvic and prostrate decongestant. Possible male pheromone-like, testosterone stimulant. Scent: Warm, rich, sweet, woody, light, base note. Source: Wood
Ylang Ylang: Nervousness, physical exhaustion, stress, skin care,
balances sebum, nervous tension, irritability, anxiety, PMS,
regulates circulation, uterine tonic, hair growth promoting and is
relaxing. Sedative, antiseptic, antidepressant and calmative. Has a narcotic scent. One of the most relaxing fragrances to mind and body.
Relaxes Central Nervous System. Balance the entire system,
aphrodisiac, impotence, frigidity, and breast firming. Scent: Sweet,
intense, floral, tropical, middle to base note.
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02-18-2005, 05:17 PM #3Active Nappturality Member
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Shulta . . . you are the best!!!
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02-18-2005, 10:17 PM #4
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02-18-2005, 10:28 PM #5Senior Napp
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i am product junky already now i see myself becoming a herb and oil junky
Transitioned from nov/dec '03. Natural since '05
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here i come to drop my little off-the-top-of-the-head list, but shulta totally beat me to it with the exhaustive annotated research!!
what kind of carrier do yall prefer? infused in oils, steeped in water, mixed into a cream or as a final rinse? i've done all but i think the rinse-with-tea action is simplest.& that's all i have to say about that. ;)
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Ya know, with all these herbs, why do people even bother with side-effect-inducing drugs? Those things only mask/eliminate symptoms anyway.
And I'm kinda curious about this stuff myself. How do you mix hair herbs/oils and stuff?I AM THE FOO.... ^..^
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02-24-2005, 11:24 AM #8Blackstar GuestOriginally posted by honeychild@Feb 19 2005, 02:05 AM
here i come to drop my little off-the-top-of-the-head list, but shulta totally beat me to it with the exhaustive annotated research!!
what kind of carrier do yall prefer? infused in oils, steeped in water, mixed into a cream or as a final rinse? i've done all but i think the rinse-with-tea action is simplest.
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