Many store-bought cosmetics contain herbs. However, the natural components in them can retain their beneficial properties for a very short time. Therefore, after some time, purchased masks and creams will no longer be as effective as initially.
It is possible to use extracts and infusions of herbs to your advantage, to make your facial skin clean and healthy at home, using simple recipes for cosmetic masks, lotions and compresses for these purposes.
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Nature has provided many medicinal plants that are designed to help eliminate any imperfections in the dermis and preserve the beauty of the skin for as long as possible. But to use medicinal herbs for facial care at home, you do not need to buy the entire phytocosmetics department at a pharmacy or specialty store. To do this, it is enough to determine the skin type or the problem that needs to be dealt with (dryness, first wrinkles, acne or pigmentation).
The following plants are suitable for those with thin, dry dermis:
Using an infusion of these herbs, you can prepare masks, cosmetic ice, or make baths for washing.
Decoctions from plants that contain organic acids, tannins and phytoncides will help reduce oiliness and dry out inflammation. To improve excessively oily facial skin, the following are most often used:
Young people with oily skin and youthful acne can use raspberry, immortelle and celandine leaves for facial care. Plants reduce oily shine, fill the skin with freshness and purity.
Not only expensive creams with collagen can get rid of wrinkles and rejuvenate the skin. Nature also has many proven anti-aging remedies, for example, the following plants:
Healing plants are often used for various lifting masks with the addition of eggs, oatmeal or gelatin. This way you can tighten tired, aging skin at home.
All types of leather need daily cleaning. With the help of plants this can be done delicately and gently. Suitable for these purposes:
All these herbs can be included not only in masks, they can also be used in the form of baths or compresses to pre-steam the skin before cleansing or applying cosmetics.
Lemon juice is considered an excellent remedy that helps get rid of pigmentation. But before use, it must be diluted with water so as not to cause irritation. Instead of water, you can use infusions of the following plants:
You can collect and dry medicinal plants yourself. The main thing is that the product must be environmentally friendly and grow as far as possible from factories or road sections.
Knowing the properties of beneficial herbs, you can easily tidy up your facial skin and simply maintain its condition in the future.
Watch this video about herbs for different facial skin types:
Infusions and decoctions of medicinal plants can relieve the skin of many defects and premature aging. In order for the result to be as effective as possible, you must follow several rules for using them at home, as well as know the features of a particular recipe. To begin with, before using it in practice, it is important to familiarize yourself with the basics of phyto-cosmetology.
Leave any herbal mask on your face for no more than 30 minutes. Because all useful plants are biologically active only for half an hour.
Regular use of folk beauty recipes will help you achieve excellent results. So, it is better to use masks for oily skin twice a week, and once a week for dry skin. For prevention, it is enough to make a herbal mask once every ten days.
Folk cosmetology is based on the use of natural raw materials and healing ingredients. Having prepared a face mask from herbs, you do not need to worry about possible harm to the body. But everything should be in moderation. From time to time it is necessary to alternate plants and procedures (for example, change masks to tonic or wiping with ice to lotions), and also give the skin a little rest.
Mature skin with noticeable wrinkles can be pampered with masks that simultaneously tighten, moisturize and saturate the dermis with nutrients. Therefore, in addition to herbs, cosmetic compositions may contain vegetable or milk fats.
The composition of this mask helps fight the signs of aging, and thanks to dandelion it will get rid of pigmentation and freckles.
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Tea tree oil moisturizes dry skin and does not create a greasy sheen on oily skin. Therefore, the product is universal and suitable for all skin types.
The procedure allows you to rejuvenate aging skin by activating elastin synthesis in cells and saturating it with vitamins.
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After seven to eight sessions, a noticeable lifting effect is noticeable.
Rubbing with frozen sage infusion will also help to rejuvenate your face and relieve puffiness.
For people with rosacea on the face, such procedures may be contraindicated; it is better to consult a dermatologist or cosmetologist.
The procedure will improve your complexion, tone your skin and help remove antioxidants.
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This procedure can be done twice a week in winter and once every seven days in summer.
To prevent all manifestations of dry dermis, you first need to soften and moisturize it, get rid of flaking, and also reduce inflammation.
Yarrow will perfectly relieve irritation from inflamed skin, and sage activates the production of new cells, which speeds up the healing process of areas with peeling.
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If the skin is severely dry and flaky, the mask can be used every other day. Later, for prevention, reduce the procedure to once a week.
In combination with honey and coconut oil, the herbs have tonic properties. Cells are saturated with oxygen and active components that prevent dryness, flaking and itching.
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Due to the fact that after using the mask, facial vessels are strengthened, the rosacea network is reduced, and the skin tone becomes even and beautiful.
Since dry skin is very sensitive, you should first test plant decoctions for allergic reactions; this should be done in the wrist area.
The procedure not only relieves irritation from sensitive skin, but also perfectly smoothes expression lines and refreshes the complexion.
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In order for the skin to be tightened as long as possible, and the contours of the cheekbones and chin to have expressive lines, do not forget to regularly take care of the skin of the face, saturate it with vitamins and minerals, use tonic masks, and fill the cells with oxygen.
Chamomile is a plant that is best suited for mature skin. The herb gives the skin elasticity, triggers regeneration processes, and also restores cellular structure.
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The best time to use this recipe is spring or autumn. At these moments, the skin needs nourishment and renewal more than ever.
The product is indicated for eliminating defects in mature problem skin prone to acne.
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A sage compress will perfectly tighten the oval of the face and also protect the dermis from photoaging. This mask is relevant not only in the cold season, but also in the summer.
Uneven tone and gray complexion can be corrected using this recipe.
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As a result, after just a few procedures, the correct distribution of melanin throughout the skin is restored - and spots on the face disappear.
You can improve your mask recipe by adding dried or fresh parsley, which also fights pigmentation well.
Acne and redness most often appear on oily skin with enlarged and clogged pores. To solve this problem not only on youthful, but also on mature skin, you need to pay attention to herbs that contain phytoncides and flavonoids.
This product deeply cleanses the dermis, gets rid of blackheads and sebaceous shine.
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Aloe in combination with other components has a caring effect, normalizes intracellular processes and relieves swelling.
The secret of wormwood decoction is that, penetrating into the pores, the product acts on the skin from the inside, regulating the functioning of the glands and protecting the skin from aging.
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A wormwood mask starts the processes of healing and rejuvenation of the dermis, eliminates excessive oily shine and demodicosis.
It is worth noting that those with dry skin should not use wormwood for cosmetic purposes, as this can only worsen the condition of the dermis.
Having healing properties, St. John's wort is useful for fighting acne and purulent rashes. Nettle will eliminate redness and hide the effects of acne.
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Knowing the properties of medicinal herbs, you can do without many store-bought skin care products. After all, natural herbal treatments are harmless and beneficial to the body. And so that the results do not keep you waiting, the plants should be used regularly, following the correct recipe.
To learn how to make face masks from herbs, watch this video:
Use of plants in cosmetology
The best skin care products are vegetables and fruits.. You can easily prepare a mask from them, the effect of which lasts 15-20 minutes. After this time, the mask should be washed off with warm water.
The following few recipes for using natural fruits and vegetables to make masks will help you see this.
Using carrots:
Uses of parsley:
Uses of Lemon:
In addition, other healing effects of the most common plants are well known. For example, tomatoes perfectly cleanse the skin of acne. And, if you put a peach peel on your face, your skin will become much softer. The essential oil contained in rose has a strengthening effect on the skin. Chamomile infusion can be used as a balm for light brown hair; it gives it a wonderful shine. For tumors from insect bites, a parsley leaf applied to the sore spot will help. To get rid of eyelid swelling, drink cucumber juice (half a glass) in the morning. Before going to bed, you can massage your face with a slice of cucumber.
And of course, one cannot fail to mention all the beneficial properties of oatmeal.
This simple mask will help save your skin from dryness in the summer: 1 tsp. milk + 1 tsp. vegetable oil + juice of ½ lemon + 2 tsp. chopped oatmeal.
Apply to face using a gauze pad and rinse after 15-20 minutes (preferably with lotion). Mask option 2: 2 tsp crushed flakes + 2 tsp. grapefruit juice + 1 tsp. rose oil. Use as in the first option.
And this, of course, is not a complete list of all options for using plants.
Before using our sonnets, you must consult a doctor.
You define the direction in which your professional products are presented as “aesthetic herbal medicine”. What does the company mean by this concept?
Aesthetic herbal medicine is a branch of cosmetology based on the principles of classical herbal medicine, using the therapeutic effects of medicinal herbs to create aesthetic effects.
Aesthetic herbal medicine, in our understanding, involves the use of plants, primarily in their natural form, which allows us to maintain all the advantages of classical herbal medicine: a high content of biologically active substances (BAS) that are easily absorbed by skin cells, a natural combination of chemical compounds that determine a mild effect, and multicomponent therapeutic and aesthetic effects.
The company was founded by specialists with practical experience in using medicinal herbs directly in their raw form - dermatologists, herbalists, who in practice were convinced of the effectiveness of herbal medicine as a method of correcting various skin conditions, including cosmetic ones. The result of applying this experience was phyto-masks Erbelinica, represented by crushed collections of medicinal herbs based on flaxseed.
We set ourselves the task of creating a professional product using medicinal herbs in their native form, since we see certain advantages in this.
Firstly, the medicinal effect of many types of plants is associated with the presence in them of various biologically active substances, which have a diverse composition and belong to different classes of chemical compounds. They are found in plants in certain proportions, formed during the process of evolution, and effectively influence metabolic processes in skin cells, providing a strong antiseptic, anti-inflammatory, antimicrobial, soothing, astringent, tonic and softening effect.
In general, preparations based on unprocessed natural raw materials are more physiological. The use of natural BAS complexes in cosmetics makes it possible to bring their effect closer to the physiological effect of natural substances of internal metabolism. And their high efficiency is due to the harmonious combination of several pharmacologically different components.
Due to this, the use of medicinal herbs in their natural form in terms of intensity and range of effects is equal to physiotherapeutic procedures, i.e. the effect is achieved through a general, complex action - lymph and blood circulation improves, metabolic and regenerative processes are launched, blood vessels are strengthened, and the skin's protective mechanisms are stimulated.
And this is the advantage of natural herbal remedies compared to drugs obtained by synthesis or isolation from plants.
Secondly, it is the powder form that makes it possible to present truly 100% natural professional products without the use of preservatives, fragrances, dyes, oil and fat bases.
And, of course, herbal medicine (herbal medicine) is a traditional Russian centuries-old practice, confirmed by scientific data. It is in Russia, like no other country, that there is such a culture and so much knowledge on the use of medicinal herbs, well, perhaps also in China.
Nowadays there is an obvious desire of people for everything natural, natural, and environmentally friendly. And against the background of growing interest in health, including various ethnic practices, ignoring the unique Russian folk experience, in our opinion, is short-sighted.
You touched on a relevant topic - this is a question of terminology and concepts in the industry. Unfortunately, there are still no clear definitions for many methods. Therefore, I will allow myself to explain what exactly we had in mind when we introduced the term “aesthetic herbal medicine” into the professional community.
For me, “aesthetics” and “cosmetology” are equivalent concepts (synonyms), often denoting the purpose of using a method. So, we are talking about aesthetic medicine when medical manipulations are used to correct cosmetic conditions - injections, surgeries, etc.
By analogy, we talk about “aesthetic herbal medicine,” when herbal medicine as a method is used to correct various cosmetic skin conditions.
There are several areas for using our phyto-products in the beauty and health industry.
The first is as a procedure for intensive restoration of any type of skin after aggressive exposure or stress (peelings, dermabrasion, mechanical and hardware cleansing, intense UV exposure, cold stress). This is due to the complex, but gentle effect of herbs on the main systems of the skin without disturbing natural homeostasis - water-electrolyte balance, acid-base balance, blood and lymph circulation, antioxidant system, regeneration system.
The second direction is as a regular and maintenance care procedure for reactive skin (sensitive, problematic, male, teenage).
The third direction is as complex procedures with manual techniques and hardware techniques (microcurrent therapy, ultrasound).
And one more area in which the possibilities of phyto-products are probably the widest is the use of our products in complex SPA programs for the face so for the body.
Of course, our products will also be of interest to specialists who are supporters of a holistic approach in cosmetology and aesthetic medicine, as well as specialists in the field of balneology.
There is probably no clear answer to this question. There are successful Russian companies on the market that produce very worthy professional and mass-produced products. Some of them seek to imitate foreign origin, for example, by registering their companies abroad, or by betting on products and practices that are exotic for Russia.
Frankly, when we launched our line, the question of possible negative consumer stereotypes and prejudices regarding Russian manufacturers was raised.
But we initially set as our goal the development and popularization of the concept of aesthetic herbal medicine precisely as a direction of the classical Russian school of herbal medicine. Which, in our opinion, is completely underestimated by the professional community today.
In addition, we believe that now both specialists and consumers, in general, are sufficiently “advanced” and informed to understand the huge number of products and services that are offered to them.
By the way, already the first year of our work and participation in the INTERCHARM Professional exhibition have shown that such fears of Russian manufacturers are largely far-fetched. We have seen significant interest in our products, both from clients and professionals, including, what is especially pleasant, our colleagues from near and far abroad.
We have made significant efforts to offer the market high-quality and effective professional products that meet the highest requirements, and we are glad that they are appreciated.
Of course we provide training, but we don't make it mandatory. The technique of using masks is quite simple; consultation with a specialist when purchasing is sufficient.
We offer free training seminars for those professionals who would like to add a new professional method to their arsenal.
Accordingly, during training we focus on the physiological foundations of aesthetic herbal medicine, the principles of developing complex programs, and the nuances of use. By the way, we cooperate with training courses for cosmetologists, for example, a seminar on the basics of aesthetic herbal medicine can be attended at the training courses for cosmetologists at the Institute of Plastic Surgery and Cosmetology, better known as the Institute of Beauty on Olkhovka.
We, as a Russian company, work in accordance with the legislation of the Russian Federation, our products have passed mandatory certification and we have all the documents necessary for our professional activities.
But today in Russia there is no national certification system for natural cosmetics and the concepts of “bio” or “eco” cosmetics are not yet regulated by Russian legislation; there is no Russian analogue to foreign certificates such as ECOCERT.
Of course, the emergence of a Russian system of certification of cosmetic products according to “naturalness” standards would contribute to the further structuring and development of the market for professional cosmetics.
As for obtaining foreign certificates by domestic manufacturers, the issue here is ambiguous. Firstly, in developed countries there are a number of different certificates and signs of “naturalness”, often contradicting each other, for example, ingredients prohibited by one certificate are allowed by another.
Secondly, certification systems, as a rule, were introduced by the manufacturers themselves, taking into account the specifics of local production. For example, in developed countries, raw materials are usually grown industrially, i.e. on plantations. And, accordingly, the requirements for raw materials of the BIO standard regulate, among other things, the technology of growing plants, the use of fertilizers, plant protection products, etc.
Our goal is to develop cosmetics mainly based on wild medicinal plants, which in their chemical composition and potency are significantly superior to cultivated ones. At the same time, we have the highest requirements for the origin and quality of raw materials - the procurement of raw materials and production meet pharmaceutical standards.
In addition, for example, according to the requirements of the ECOCERT certificate, at least 95% of all cosmetic ingredients must be of natural origin and at least 95% of all plants must be from environmentally friendly plantations.
And our masks, which, strictly speaking, do not belong to cosmetics, but to professional cosmetics, are a 100% herbal product that does not contain preservatives, including essential oils.
No, that's not true. Both natural and synthesized cosmetic products can be safe or unsafe.
Safety is the first requirement for cosmetic products of any origin. All cosmetics, synthetic or natural, presented for sale must undergo mandatory safety testing, which includes the study of toxicological characteristics, microbiological indicators, the potential for allergies and irritations, as well as the physicochemical properties of the product.
Yes, of course, as part of our concept we plan to expand both the basic range of phyto-masks and the line of auxiliary cosmetic products on cream and water bases.
Already in June we will present phyto-body masks and other products for the SPA area.
Facial skin needs regular delicate care. And not only store-bought cosmetics will help with this, but also medicinal plants. They contain a large number of useful components that the skin needs: valuable essential oils, vitamins, minerals.
A unique set of such elements provides plants with the properties necessary for normal, dry, oily skin, as well as for faces with rashes, age spots or age-related changes. Nature has a solution to many problems.
Comfortable homemade masks, scrubs, and tonics can be easily prepared from medicinal plants.
With natural cosmetics based on medicinal plants, your daily facial care will turn into a pleasant aromatic spa treatment that will prolong the youth and beauty of your skin.
plantain; eucalyptus.
For example, it will perfectly restore and moisturize the skin
anti-stress mask made from linden and chamomile inflorescences.
stimulate collagen production;
Healing plants for dry skin Dry skin suffers from dehydration, lack of minerals and vitamins A, B, C. And if you take care of such a face incorrectly or insufficiently, this will lead to early skin aging, itching, irritation, and peeling. To prevent such manifestations, use decoctions and masks from yarrow, hops, linden, and also be sure to place chamomile and nettle next to your cosmetics.
Chamomile
infusion of yarrow. sage and avocado mask.
First, prepare a decoction of sage: 2 tbsp. l. dry herb, pour a glass of water, boil 5– 10 minutes, strain. Mix 15 g of broth with 20 g of avocado pulp, add the yolk.
Apply the mixture to your face, rinse with warm water after 40 minutes.
Thanks to the menthol content, it effectively eliminates inflammation and has an antiseptic effect.
Ascorbic acid smoothes and tones the skin, and carotene promotes its rejuvenation. Mint contains flavonoids that activate cell regeneration, saturate the dermis with useful microelements and stimulate collagen production. Helps reduce inflammation and tone sensitive skin
hydrolate with mint and chamomile.
1 tbsp. l. mix mint with 1 tbsp. l. chamomile, pour a glass of boiling water, cover the dish with a lid and leave for 30 minutes.
Important! Store the hydrosol in the refrigerator for 5 days.
series;
regulate the secretion of the sebaceous glands;
have bactericidal properties; treat acne;.
even out skin tone.
The tannins in wormwood reduce inflammation, kill bacteria, and clear up acne.
Worth a try in the fight against breakouts
Amino acids, which are also part of the chemical composition of hops, activate cell renewal processes and stimulate collagen production.
Therefore, cosmetic products made from hop cones not only smooth out old wrinkles, but also prevent the appearance of new ones. Helps give skin elasticity
decoction of hop cones.– Take 1 tbsp. l. hop cones and plantain, pour a glass of boiling water over the dry mixture, simmer over low heat for 10
Wipe cleansed face twice a day.
promote the elimination of toxins;
increase skin elasticity. In addition, rosemary contains tannins, amino acids, fatty acids, phytosterols, potassium, iron, magnesium, zinc, which improve cell regeneration, even out skin tone and slow down the aging process.
Helps reduce wrinkles and clear skin of age spots
Take equal parts of fresh rosemary, apple cider vinegar and purified water. Finely chop the rosemary with a knife, mix with water and vinegar, leave for 2 hours. Use the mixture to wipe your face once a day.
Natural cosmetics against freckles and age spots
yarrow; parsley;
To even out skin tone and fight pigmentation, you can prepare, for example, this
infusion of licorice root.
Safe and nutritious products from medicinal plants will help maintain youthful and healthy skin for many years.Turn daily care into pleasure and see the healing power of natural ingredients
ents! Nature has provided truly magical products for skin and hair care
, but few women use this opportunity to achieve the appearance of their dreams. We should also talk about various plants. If you want to maintain youth and health for many years, then you need to pay attention to the herbs that are sold in the pharmacy. Of course, if you have the opportunity get out
in the summer season outside the city and independently collect various leaves and inflorescences, this will be the best option, because this way you can not only make the most of the gifts of nature, but also put your energy into the plants. Healers who regularly use medicinal herbs in treatment claim that the process of collecting herbs is already considered the beginning of healing. But not everyone has the opportunity to collect herbs on their own, so let’s consider the options that the pharmacy market offers us. Medicinal herbs in cosmetology
. If you want to have beautiful, healthy and shiny hair, then you simply cannot do without herbal decoctions. This type of care will be accessible to absolutely everyone, and you will notice the effect after just a few procedures. Even those women and girls who spend pennies on care products can afford dried calendula, chamomile or thyme. Pharmaceutical herbs perfectly rejuvenate the skin, promote collagen production and help in the treatment of acne and allergic rashes. You can make a mask, lotion and even cream from herbs; you can use it to steam your face, etc. Even in ancient times, women rinsed their hair with nettle, chamomile and sage to give their strands natural shine and beauty. That is why it is worth thinking about how beneficial herbs are for female beauty. Let's look separately at the most popular pharmaceutical herbs
- , which are in all cities.. Perfect for steam baths. Take chamomile and pour two glasses of boiling water. Let the broth sit for 10 minutes, then lower your head over the container and hold for 15 minutes. After the procedure, wipe the skin with a dry towel, remove dirt with a scrub and apply moisturizer. Chamomile will be a great helper for dyed blondes. Brew two drops of chamomile with 500 ml of boiling water and leave for an hour. After washing your hair with shampoo, use a chamomile decoction instead of a conditioner. Rinse your hair with the broth and dry as usual. Chamomile will give your hair shine and elasticity, which is so necessary for dyed blondes. To look fresh in the morning, prepare ice cubes from chamomile infusion. Wipe your face and décolleté area with a chamomile cube every morning. This technique will help you replace simple daily washing with hard running water from the tap.
- Calendula. This plant is also commercially available and helps in skin and hair care. Cosmetologists say that calendula is the most useful plant for women. Based on it, you can prepare a tincture to wipe problem skin. To do this you will need 100 ml of alcohol and calendula flowers. Fill the plant with alcohol and let it brew for 2 weeks. Store the liquid in a dark glass bottle in a cool, dry place. If you brew a couple of tablespoons of calendula flowers, you will get an excellent remedy for caring for intimate places. Calendula perfectly kills bacteria and helps restore women's health. Additionally, prepare a skin toner. You will need a tablespoon of calendula flower petals and 200 ml of boiling water. Wipe your face with the decoction every morning before applying cosmetics.
- St. John's wort. This plant is popular among those with oily skin types. If you want to normalize the functioning of the sebaceous glands, then you simply cannot do without St. John's wort. Brew dried St. John's wort leaves and wipe your skin every morning. If you have problem skin on your body, then take hot baths with this plant. To do this, you need to brew 3 beans of St. John's wort and let the decoction brew for about 40 minutes. Next, take a bath of water and pour in the prepared decoction. Bath time is 15-20 minutes. If your skin is damaged, St. John's wort oil is perfect for you. To do this, you need to take 2 tablespoons of St. John's wort ground in a coffee grinder and 4 tablespoons of olive oil. Mix the ingredients thoroughly and let it brew for 1.5 weeks. It is better to store this oil in a cool place. You can use it for burns, wounds, redness or pimples.
- Nettle. This plant grows in fields and in the courtyards of private houses, but few people think about its benefits for the beauty and health of women. Nettle has a high content of vitamin C and helps not only in care, but also in treatment. Rinsing your hair with nettle will help nourish your strands with health and beauty. Brew nettle juice and rinse your hair every time after shampooing. In April and May, the first nettle appears after winter, which contains the largest amount of vitamins. Pour boiling water over the plant and prepare a salad that will perfectly cleanse the blood and relieve you of acne. Rinsing your hair with nettle will help you get rid of dandruff and dry scalp, and will give beauty and shine to your strands.
- Burdock. If your hair quickly gets dirty at the roots, you often have to deal with dandruff and brittle ends, then be sure to include burdock decoction in your daily care. This plant has an incredible effect on hair beauty and is actively used in cosmetology.
Decoction burdock Apply every time after washing your hair to get rid of various cosmetic hair problems. Pharmacies also sell burdock oil, which will help grow thick and healthy hair and strengthen eyebrows and eyelashes. Apply burdock oil heated in a water bath to the entire length of the hair, excluding the root zone. Leave for 30 minutes, then wash your hair with shampoo as usual.
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