Oryza Sativa (Beaten Rice)

White Dubo

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.

Bael Leaves

Barro

Betal Nut

black Sesame

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

Bringaraj

Beeswax: Beeswax has the sweet smell of honey. It is used as carriers for essential oils both for cosmetic purposes and in treating skin disorders. It is a naturally nourishing moisturizer as well as anti-inflammatory, antibacterial, anti-allergenic and antioxidant. It also contains some vitamin A, which is necessary for normal cell development.

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.

Caffeine has potent anti-inflammatory properties that make it ideal for reducing inflammation and redness in your skin. The coffee grinds work as an exfoliator. Using caffeine in this delicate area can easily tighten fine lines and smooth puffy surfaces. Because coffee contains caffeine, however, it has benefits not shared by other exfoliating body scrub agents. Coffee body scrubs can be invigorating, helping you wake up on those difficult mornings. The caffeine in coffee is also vasorestrictive, meaning it shrinks blood vessels. This can help improve the appearance of varicose veins and thread veins. Coffee can also help redistribute fat beneath the surface of the skin, to reduce the appearance of cellulite. Start to feel invigorating and warm.Anti depressor. Improve concentration and help to provide alertness and focus.

Lemongrass oil has great benefits as a muscle and skin toner, and revitalizes the body and mind, helps with infections and keeps the family pet flea and tick free and smelling nice. It also is used for clearing up oily skin and acne, as well as athlete's foot. Perennial grass with aromatic leaves. Distributed in central and eastern Nepal to about 500-1800 m (mid Hills) in open, rocky places. Beneficial for skin rejuvination. good for oily skin due to Astringent properties; Antisepticl and anti microbial; reduce acne and pimples; open blocked pores; cleanses and refines sluggish and dull skin; toning skin.

Emulsifying Beeswax

soothing to skin: useful as gentle laxative. Good for dry skin.It reduces inflammation, allergies, asthma, gastritis, peptic ulcers, rheumatism and sore throats. It strengthens the immune system, stimulates the adrenal gland.

American or wild licorice was used by native N Americans and by early settlers for problems with childbirth and menstruation. . it is a key herb in traditional Chinese medicine, its uses being associated with longevity.

Hibiscus

It is skin- refining and softening and is used in facial masks. Used for sores and tumors as a poultice.

Medicinal uses of Barley were first mentioned in the Ebers papyri (c. 1550BC), in recipes for laxatives, expelling intestinal parasites, and poultices for burn and fractures. Barley was first mentioned in traditional Chinese medicine in the 16th century.

An erect herb about 1 m high; leaves stalked, ovate,gland dotted beneath; flowers purplish whites in recemes. Distributed in eastern and central Nepal at 300-1500 m (Terai-Mid hills) in open, sunny places.Stimulate and re-vitalize the skin; Very good for skin diseases; having antiseptic properties. enhances and tone up the luster of dull looking skin; helps to control acne; its anti-oxidant properties along with vitamin A and C, prevents from free radicles and helps to control skin aging and wrinkle formation; provide extra moisture to the skin to stay healthy & supple; its calming effect get relief from stress.

1. It is believed to protect against misfortune and represents purity, harmony, serenity and luck. 2. It is also used to treat many skin conditions as well as coughs, bronchitis and diabetes. 3. It is regarded as the most sacred plant after the lotus and is grown by most Hindu homes, and around temples, for its protective influence.The lady who worship tulasi, is blessed with long life of husbend, longevity, prosperity, fortunee and wealth.Herbs used in :-

Rice is extensively used in the cosmetic as a basis for face-powder. It is good for blemishes, wrinkles and pigmentation. It is well known for its soothing and softening properties

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.

It is one of the most valuable spices: Attila and Hun demanded a huge quantity of it as ransom during the siege of Rome(AD 408), and its use as currency gave rise to the term “ peppercorn rent”.Herbs used in :-