Natural benefits
Chamomile - a beautiful and useful flower does not accidentally resemble the sun - the source of life on earth. This beloved flower has long occupied an honorable place in traditional and folk medicine. Chamomile flowers of pharmacy (medicinal) contain essential oil, flavonoids, coumarins, polysaccharides, organic acids and other biologically active compounds, which determine the variety of pharmacological properties. Meanwhile, like all herbs, chamomile has a number of contraindications to the use. First of all, it is pregnancy and a tendency to allergies.
Skin care
Camomile is a beautiful and useful flower, good for caring for any type of skin. Her extracts are part of creams and balms, as well as many home beauty products.
For face
Herbal infusion of chamomile - a beautiful and healthy flower well nourishes, softens, cleans and soothes the skin, while narrowing the pores and eliminating greasy luster. To tonify and remove puffiness, wipe the face with ice cubes, prepared from chamomile infusion (fill in the ice mold). A fine additive to the purchased cream is considered an alcohol infusion of chamomile flowers: 10 g of inflorescences fill 10 ml of alcohol (or vodka), insist for a week (in a dark place), then strain and mix with cream.
For body
With dry peeling skin, baths with chamomile are useful - a beautiful and useful flower: in warm water for a few minutes lower the gauze sack with the flowers of the plant. Such a toning procedure is recommended to be done every other day for two weeks. Warm chamomile foot baths will quickly and effectively remove cracks on the soles of the feet, soften the skin of the heels.
Seven troubles - one answer
Infusion of chamomile will help quickly cope with colds, acute and chronic gastrointestinal diseases. Effective with nervous disorders, cramps and toothache. This plant is used in the treatment of female diseases, for disinfection and wound healing. Miracle flower even contains substances that improve cerebral circulation. Drink a glass of aromatic chamomile tea for the night - and a healthy dream is guaranteed to you! Infusion for all occasions. 1 tbsp. a spoonful of dried chamomile flowers pour a glass of boiling water (preferably in enameled dishes). Insist under a lid or in a water bath for 10 minutes (in no case boil).
Lotion of chamomile will easily cope with redness and tired eyes. Cotton swab moisten in a warm broth, attach to closed eyelids.
Elixir for hair
Even the ancient Roman beauties used infusion of chamomile medicinal for the care of blond hair. To strengthen and improve growth, as well as giving the locks a beautiful golden shine and silkiness, prepare the following infusion: 20 g of dry inflorescences pour a glass of boiled water, insist 15 minutes, then strain through gauze. Rinse your hair after every wash.
Always at hand
You can buy a package of chamomile in a pharmacy or procure yourself. Collecting flower baskets (without stems) is recommended during flowering (from May to the end of summer). It should be done in dry, windless weather away from the city and busy roads. Collected sushi grass in the open air or in a well-ventilated room, protecting from sunlight. The dried flowers should not be stored for more than one year in closed tissue or paper bags.
Natural care
The most intimate places of the female body need no less care than the skin of the face or hair. Accuracy and regular adherence to hygiene rules will help to avoid irritation and discomfort, and also prevent the development of more serious diseases of the female genital area (thrush, cystitis, etc.). Instead of soap use special means for intimate hygiene with acid pH level. When choosing underwear, give preference to natural fabrics. From now on, products of feminine hygiene can also take care of your skin.