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Benefits of Tea Tree Oil (TTO) on skin and hair

  Tea tree gel/oil is a well-reckoned ingredient in the cosmetic industry that finds varied applications in skin care as well as hair care. It is an essential oil extracted primarily from the leaves of Melaleuca alternefolia, a native Australian tree. Active Phytoconstituents: Tea Tree Oil is comprised of terpene hydrocarbons, mainly monoterpenes, sesquiterpenes and other associated alcohols. Terpinene-4-oil is known to kill bacteria, viruses, fungi and protozoa, thus, acting as a natural remedy for fighting skin infections and healing them. Benefits on skin: The anti-inflammatory properties of tea tree oil are highly effective in the treatment of acne and seborrheic dermatitis. They also help in reducing the symptoms of chronic psoriasis. The oil’s anti-fungal properties topically relieve skin irritation, redness, swelling, itching and inflammation. The anti-oxidants that makeup TTO fight against free radicals and combat everyday pollution. They also act as natural preservatives ...

POWERFUL BENEFITS OF ASHWAGANDHA

  Ashwagandha is an ancient adaptogenic herb whose countless benefits have been reckoned since the practice of Ayurveda began. With the evolution of modern techology and lifestyle, we came to discover more and more useful benefits of this wonder herb that not only preserves our health and beauty but also helps us cope with the changes in our surroundings without losing the natural touch. Listed below are its multiple benefits classified broadly for an easy study. BENEFITS ON HEALTH: 1.Helps manage stress & anxiety-   When we say that Ashwagandha is an adaptogenic herb, we mean that it helps us cope with the everyday stress. It helps in lowering the levels of the stress hormone, cortisol, thereby fighting the symptoms of anxiety and depression. 2.Helps reduce blood sugar levels – High levels of cortisol may lead to escalation in the blood sugar levels and increased fat storage in the abdomen. Studies have shown that Ashwagandha helps lower the blood sugar levels by increa...