Also used as laxative: The Marigold is well known for its soothing and moisturising qualities so is therefore suitable for damaged, cracked and irritated skin. With the addition of Mallow, it is also suitable for dry and chapped skin. Used against rheumatism, cold and bronchitis, kidney troubles and muscular pains and are applied in boils and carbuncles.

Tejpat

Tikta

Stinging shrub with ovate or lanceolate teethed leaves; flowers small, green. Distributed in central and eastern Nepal at 500-4500 m (Mid Hills-Himalayan), in moist areas and on uncultivated land. Beneficial for skin and hair. A great cleanser especially for oily and dry skin. Deep cleans the pores and removes dirt that contributes to blackheads; Also helps clean out infected pores that cause whiteheads; Keep balances oil production for dry and oily skin

1. Washing the scalp with nettle (leaves or roots) infusion helps regenerate, grow and thicken the hair. 2. Root paste is used in cuts and wounds 3. Nettles are a good general tonic of the female reproductive system 4. Drinking neetle soup has high neutraceutical values.Herbs used in :-

The distilled root essential oil scents quality soaps, cosmetics and aftershaves. Aromatic, stimulant and tonic. Used to treat rheumatism. it can be used to reduce tension.

The roots are rich in volatile oil, known as “ the oil of tranquility” in India and Srilanka. It has a heavy, earthy aroma, and is strongly repellent to flies, cockroaches, bedbugs , and cloth moths.

Stimulant to the circulatory, digestive and lymphatic systems and used for rheumatism and skin disease, nervous headaches, varicose veins, congestion and as a convalescent tonic. Excellent for easing the discomfort of any sort of respiratory ailment, either inhaled, or as a chest rub.

Erect herb with yellowish, grey rhizome; leaves long lanceolate: Flopwers green in pendulose spike. Distributed through out Nepal to about 2500 m, cultivated. Having skin protective properties therefore functions as a skin conditioner. Good for normal and oily skin. have astringent activity and reduce the appearance of pore size. Antiseptic and antimcrobial; helps to reduce acne and skin inflammarion.

Lepchas community use this plant in all their religious purposes.

Herb with large glabrous green leaves, Flowers yellowish white in spike. Distributed in central and eastern Nepal to about 1000-2000 m in moist places, cultivated.Good for skin. Helpful to skin disorders and helps in improving skin complexions. Has soothing, warming, comforting, penetrating, refreshing, uplifting, and stimulant properties.

Gregarious shrub; lower leaves stalked, upper leaves sessile; flower heads yellowish in panicled racemes; Distributed through out Nepal at 300-2500 m, c ommon along waysides and in the margins of cleared forests. Antiseptic, anti-microbial, astringent, anti-oxidant, skin rejuvenating properties; especially good for rejuvenating normal and dry, sun burnt and sensitive skin, also good for surgical scars; alleviates skin bruises, itching; recommended for normal and fine hair to leave it shiny and lustrous; A nerve tonic, good for pain during arthritis, rheumatism and strained muscles; relaxing and calming against stress and anxiety.

1. Dried leaves and flowers are used as incense. 2. The essential oil of the leaves has an insecticidal property. 3. An infusion of leaves is applied for asthma, headaches, cuts and wounds. 4. juice of leaves is given in cases of cough

Black Sesame

Boswellia carterii (Frankincense) Oil

used externally as an irritant for rheumatism,bronchitis, pain in the joints,neuralgia and pleurisy: Mustard poultice is basically used for a variety of skin conditions. When it is used to the skin, the capillaries will be dilated and in effect, causing the increase of the blood circulation. The burning sensation excites an outward inflammation entering the skin deeply and killing the infections and at the same time pulling out intoxication. Its use can also relieve pain because of its counter-irritant effect. Other than its medicinal benefit, mustard poultice can bring out beautiful and healthy skin because it enhances blood circulation. it stimulates appetite, promotes the secretion of the digestive glands and acts as a digestant

It has provided pungent flavorings, green vegetables, and medicinal compounds from very early times. Use as a condiment in the West dates back to at least 400 BC and medicinal uses were first mentioned in china in 659 AD

Shrub having eliptical leaves; flowers solitary white. Distributed in central and eastern Nepal to about 450-1200 m (MidHills), cultivated. Good for Normal, Dry, Delicate skin; Antiseptic; Antioxidant; Moisturizing, Rejuvenating

Leaves are used to make a beverage, tea.

Cannabis sativa (Hemp) Seed Oil

Evergreen coniferous tree about 40 m high, branches horizontally spreading; leaves needle like sharply pointed glaucous green in dense whorls. Distributed in western and central Nepal at 1100-2900 m in open places.A spiritual feeling calming herb with balsamic aroma;Having excellent antiseptic, disinfectant, sedative effects.Relieves treating skin disorders like itching, inflammation; improves skin tone and conditions and keeps it healthy, supple and young. Very good for conditions associated with anxiety and nervous tension.

1. Resin from the wood is used to treat bruises, skin diseases, and injuries to joints. 2. Seed oil is antiseptic, diaphoretic and is applied to treat skin diseases. 3. Bark is astringent, useful in fevers, diarrhoea and dysentery.Herbs used in :-

Evergreen, moderate sized tree; bark dark brown, wrinkled; leaves stalked, alternate or sub opposite; flowers stalked, yellowish. Distributed throughout Nepal at 500-2000 m on moist slopes of forested land. A stimulant and anti pain herb beneficial at lifting the spirits . Benefits on sore muscles, inflamed joints, bring relief from the arthritis pain and sprains, nervous system, headache and insomnia, brought on by stress or frayed nerves; It's important antibacterial and anti-fungal properties treat skin irritations and infections and helps to nourishes the skin.

Leaves and Bark are extensively used to trear colic and diarrhea. Also used to check nausea and vomitting.

It has antiseptic properties. This essential oil has some great properties to help relieve stress, helpful for chilblains, good for oily skin.

It is also used for clearing acne, cleaning greasy skin as well as removing dead skin cells, easing painful cold sores, mouth ulcers, herpes and insect bites. It is a fresh smelling oil that can be used with success for fighting jet lag, cellulite, revitalizing a tired body and mind, as well as keeping the family pet free of fleas and ticks.

In a lotion or cream, it is used to help prevent stretch marks when pregnant, while increasing circulation and reducing fluid retention. Antiseptic: It protects wounds from being septic and other bacterial, fungal or viral infections. It forms a protective covering on the wound and promotes collection of blood platelets and leucocytes at the effected place, thereby checking the intrusion of microbes. Further, the oil itself has bactericidal and fungicidal properties and kills them, thereby adding to the effect. Circulatory: This oil of Mandarin improves circulation of blood and lymph, particularly below the skin which keeps the skin rejuvenated and looking young and vibrant. The improved circulation also gives warmth and gives relief from rheumatism and arthritis. This also aids growth and boosts immunity. Relieves stress; cures skin disorders and maintains moisture balance in the skin.As a blended massage oil or diluted in the bath, tangerine oil can assist the nervous system, reduce flatulence, diarrhea, constipation, and other digestive complaints, but also increase circulation to the skin, reduce fluid retention and help prevent stretch marks. t is an oil that can boost the digestive system, reduce retention, increase circulation and sooths the nervous system and relieve stress and tension.

gives soap fluff lather,excellent skin moisturiser and softener, content higher glycerol.