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13. Licorice
This herb is well-known for its anti-inflammatory and soothing compounds. Licorice root is a truly wonderful herb that encourages skin health. It is really beneficial for those who suffer from eczema, rosacea, or psoriasis. When applied topically as a gel, licorice root is very effective at relieving symptoms such as swelling, redness, and itching.
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14. Lavender
Lavender is really beneficial for skin repair. This plant contains a compound called linalool that is known to soothe the skin, prevent the degeneration of tissue, and helps to keep skin firm and taut. The herb is also an excellent anti-aging substance because of its cytophylactic compounds. This compound encourages the regeneration of new skin cells and promotes faster healing of wounds, scar tissue, inflammation, acne, sunburns, psoriasis, and other skin irritations. Lavender has antiseptic, anti-viral, antibacterial, and anti-inflammatory compounds, all with beautiful flowers and leaves that smell heavenly. You simply can’t go wrong with lavender!
15. Comfrey
Very much like chamomile, comfrey is one of the most popular herbs used in skin creams today. Comfrey contains allantoin, which plays an important role in protecting the skin, as well as the stimulation of new skin cells. When comfrey leaves are applied to the skin as a poultice, it can help to heal lacerations and abrasions much more quickly. Comfrey used to be called knitbone, because it was used in the treatment of broken bones and skin wounds. Comfrey should only be used externally as overconsumption can cause liver damage.
There are many, many more herbs that are super for the skin but we couldn’t possibly list them all here. The 15 listed above are the superstars of the bunch and are readily available.
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Sheila Nico
Aug 14, 2017 at 7:54 pm
I would have known these herbs if not for you! I really would be going to find these and make my own beauty product to go along with my Solvaderm, Thanks for this, this is is much appreciated!
Stella Smith
Mar 18, 2018 at 7:51 pm
I would have known these herbs if not for you! I really would be going
to find these and make my own beauty product to go along with my
Solvaderm, Thanks for this, this is is much appreciated!