Natural Products for Skin and Hair Care

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Natural Products for Skin and Hair Care
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Topics of the Lecture

• Common problems of skin and hair.
• Soothing and moisturizing natural agents
• Anti-acne natural compounds.
• Anti-aging natural compounds.
• Some home-made facial masks for instant natural
  glow.
• Anti-dandruff natural compounds.
• Natural products for strengthening hair.
• Natural products recipes for shiny healthy
  hair.

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The Human Skin and Hair

• The skin is the largest organ of the human body.
  It functions as the primary protective,
  temperature-regulator sensory organ of the
  body.
• The hair also plays a very important role in
  protecting the skull in addition of being the
  crown of our beauty. Hence comes the importance
  of the skin and hair care.

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Anatomy of the Human Skin

• Being a peripheral organ the skin requires both
  an internal and external nutrition.

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Common Problems of the Skin Hair

• Aging of the skin begins after 30
  years old. It is manifested by dryness, getting
  wrinkles, pigmentation, discoloration, open
  pores, black heads, and uneven tone. Acne
  constitutes a major problem for some people at
  the age of 15-30 years old.
• Common problems of the hair are
  dandruff falling.
• Skin and hair problems may be speeded
  by the following factors
• Excessive exposure to the sun.
• Environmental pollution.
• Loss of the moisture of the skin beginning at the
  age of 30.
• Hard water.
• Bacteria fungi.

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Important Vitamins for Healthy Skin

• Vitamins A, E C
• These vitamins are potent antioxidants
  that works as a natural preservative system
  necessary for tissue repair maintenance of a
  healthy skin, assist formation of new skin cells
  treatment of skin disorders.
• Dietary sources are carrots, tomatoes, pepper,
  spinach,
• broccoli, lettuce, apricots, citrus and many
  other fresh vegetables fruits
• Vitamin B
• Vitamin B group is essential for the
  nerves is also important for producing a
  beautiful skin.
• It can be found in the yeast extract, meat,
• liver, bran dates

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I) Soothing and Moisturizing Natural Agents

• Glycerin
• made of vegetable source (corn) is an
  emollient and excellent humectant that
  moisturizes the skin.
• Tomatoes
• It contains lycopene, an anti-oxidant that
  protects the skin from the harmful UV rays of the
  sun that are damaging to the skin. It is also a
  rich source of vitamin C.

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These Fixed Oils Have Soothing Effect On The Skin

• Olive oil
• It has been ranked among the top
• nutrition provider.
• It has been widely used in soaps making it
  mild and friendly to the skin. It helps
  moisturizing the skin.
• Wheat germ oil
• Highly nutritive antioxidant oil rich in
  vitamin E, penetrates well to prevent moisture
  loss.

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Soothing and Moisturizing Natural Oils

• Palm Oil
• It contains tocotrienols which are
  essential part of vitamin E complex that
  penetrates the deepest layers of the skin
  providing an excellent antioxidant and
  anti-inflammatory effect.

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These Fixed Oils Have Soothing Effect On The Skin

• Coconut oil, also known as coconut butter, is a
  tropical oil with many applications. It is
  extracted from copra (the dried meat, or kernel,
  of the coconut).
• Coconut oil is excellent as a skin moisturizer
  and softener.

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These Fixed Oils Have Soothing Effect On The Skin

• Soy bean oil
• Soy is recently found to reduce skin
  discoloration and slow hair growth. Studies
  revealed that it
• could reduce the appearance of redness
• caused by acne and sun exposure. Soy is
• an antioxidant, and can protect the skin
  from the UV rays.
• Arachis Oil
• It consists mainly of glycerides of
  linoleic and linoleic acids. It has an emollient
  effect on the skin and is incorporated in many
  creams and bath oils.

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These Fixed Oils Have Soothing Effect On The Skin

• Castor oil
• Castor oil penetrates deep into the skin
  contains unsaturated fatty acids ( linoleic
  linolenic) that protects the skin.
• Almond Oil
• The sweet almond oil is obtained from the
  dried kernel of the plant. This oil has been used
  to lubricate the skin during a massage session,
  being an effective emollient. It is rich in
  unsaturated fats and essential fatty acids which
  is easily absorbed into the skin. Used to make
  many natural skin care products, it is very high
  in omega-3 fatty acids.

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These Fixed Oils Have Soothing Effect On The Skin

• Jojoba Oil
• This is derived from jojoba seed. It
  consists of long-chain wax esters than being
  triglycerides. It simulates human sebum is used
  in many cosmetics as moisturizer and carrier oil.

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Soothing and Moisturizing Natural Agents

• Ginger
• It has a warming effect that soothes and
  relaxes the skin. It has anti-cellulite effect.
• Licorice
• In the early 90s, Japanese scientists
  isolated certain compounds in licorice that were
  found useful for skin care, primarily for
  lightening and soothing skin.
• Calendula, Marigold Wonderful soothing herb
  with anti-bacterial,
• anti-inflammatory and anti-oxidant properties
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Aloe Vera

• Fresh extract from the inner gel of the
  leaf supports the moisture balance of the skin.
  It is incorporated in many cosmetics for
  soothing, regenerating moisturizing properties.

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II) Anti-Acne Natural Compounds

• Neem (An Indian herb) has been extremely
  effective in curing acne, eczema and other skin
  disorders. It has antiviral and germicidal
  effect.
• Neem leaves are crushed and applied as a paste
  to the face for few minutes. Immediate
  improvement of acne will be seen.

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Anti-Acne

• Basil( leaves and blossoms)
• Basil is worshipped in oriental cultures
  as the purest plant. Even the soil in which it
  grows becomes so purified that the mud-bath with
  it treats most of the skin disorders. It is also
  effective for acne treatment.

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Anti-Acne

• Turmeric,( Curcuma )
• It is a complete remedy for infections,
  injuries and boils. It has a soothing and
  anti-inflammatory effect.

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Anti-Acne

• Sandalwood ( the bark of the sandalwood tree)
• It is an Indian plant that has a very nice
  fragrance. The bark powder when applied as a
  paste to the face it imparts a smooth and
  lustrous look to the skin.
• In many typical Indian weddings, a thick paste of
  sandalwood and turmeric is applied to the brides
  skin in the day of her wedding. Sandal wood has
  also an aphrodisiac properties.

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Home-Made Mask for treatment of Acne

• A combination of Neem leaves, Basil leaves and
  blossoms, Turmeric and Sandalwood. Equal parts of
  powdered drugs are made a paste and applied to
  the face for 15 minutes, then washed with water.

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Acne-Free in 3 days

• 1) Use glycerin-based soap or face wash.
• 2) Make an exfoliation for the skin using Alpha
  or Beta-hydroxy acids.
• 3) Eliminate sugar from your diet.
• 4) Take enough vitamin C every day and eat
  vitamin C-rich diet (spinach, broccoli, citrus
  fruits even potatoes).
• 5) Drink plenty of water ( 8-10 glasses a day)
• 6) Use a good sun-block to protect your skin
  against sun and harsh weather.

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III) Anti-Aging Natural Products

• Herbal Toner Teas
• Chamomile, Rose petals, Chervil are toning herbs.
• For more astringency add a small amount of
  white or apple cider vinegar to the herbal teas.
• Lemon essential oil
• reduces sebum production is beneficial for
  aging skin. It helps to reduce scars stretch
  marks.

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Anti-Aging Natural Compounds

• LUPIN SEED
• LUPIN SEED EXTRACT IS SAID TO HAVE
  THE ABILITY TO INCREASE THE SYNTHESIS OF COLLAGEN
  TO GIVE SKIN FIRMNESS AND ELASTICITY.
• LUPIN SEED IS ALSO REPORTED TO HAVE AN
  ANTI-ACNE EFFECT.

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Herbal Bath For Toning the Whole Body Skin

• Mix the following quantities of the following
  herbal teas
• One cup of chamomile tea.
• ¼ cup of lavender tea.
• ¼ cup of lemon peel tea.
• ½ cup of peppermint tea.
• ¼ cup of crushed rose hips.
• ¼ cup of rosemary.
• ¼ cup of sage.
• Place the mixture into the bath tub swill
  around the water soak in the bath around 15
  minutes.

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Home-made Facial Masks for Instant Natural Glow

• For Normal Skin
• 1) Avocado Facial Glow
• Mash half an avocado apply it on the face
  thoroughly everywhere let it stay till it dry
  up completely then wash it off with cold water.
• 2) Rose water toner
• Mix half tablespoon of alum with 50 ml of
  rose water 100 ml of glycerin. Store this
  mixture in the fridge apply it regularly to
  tone your skin.

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3) Cucumber-Yogurt Facial Mask

• Make a puree of half a cucumber one tablespoon
  yogurt in a blender apply it on the face
  evenly. Leave it on the face for 10-15 minutes
  then wash it off with cold water. This is a toner
  mask.

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4)Banana-Honey-Yogurt Facial Mask

• Mash a banana thoroughly mix it with one
  teaspoons of honey two teaspoons yogurt apply
  it on the face evenly. Leave it on the face for
  10-15 minutes then rinse it with water.

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For Dry Skin1) Egg-Almond Facial Mask

• This is a very good mask for dry skin. Beat one
  egg and one teaspoon of almond oil to it , mix
  thoroughly apply it on the face evenly. Leave
  it for about 10-15 minutes. Rinse it off after
  that with water.

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2) Mint Toner

• First boil few mint leaves then use this mint
  extract to prevent perspiration. Add few drops of
  mint extract half teaspoon of alum in one cup
  distilled water. Store this mixture in the fridge
  and apply it twice a day the face with a
• cotton wool.

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For Oily Skin

• 1) Alcohol alum Toner
• Mix one teaspoon alcohol in one cup
  distilled water, dissolve in it a half teaspoon
  of alum. Store in the fridge and apply it with a
  piece of cotton.
• 2) Honey Egg Toner
• Beat one egg white and mix it with one
  teaspoon of honey one teaspoon of lemon juice.
  Apply to the face for 15 minutes, then wash with
  water.

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From The Kitchen For Skin Toning

• 1) Rub a piece of potato allover the face and let
  it remain for 15 minutes then wash with cold
  water.
• 2) Apply mashed strawberries to your face for 15
  minutes then rinse with cold water.
• 3) Corn-meal Facial Mask
• Take enough cornmeal which will be required
  for the face mix it with water to make a thick
  tight paste. Apply it to the face in a circular
  motions. Leave it for 10-15 minutes, then rinse
  with cold water.

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Exfoliation ( Scrubbing ) Masks

• Blend some pieces of peeled pumpkin with ¼ cup
  of glycerin and ¼ cup of water. Apply to the face
  for 20 minutes, then wash it out with water.
  Pumpkin contains enzymes that gently dissolve
  dead surface skin cells which enhances cellular
  turnover. It is also rich in vitamin A.
• If you have dry skin. Apply olive oil and then
  scrub with good amount of sugar. Later, wipe the
  sugar off your face with wet and warm cloth.

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Olive Oil Masks

• Mix in bowl one egg, one tsp honey, 1/2 tsp
  olive oil and few drops of rose water. Use this
  as a mask for dry skin. keep it for 15 minutes,
  later rinse it off with warm water. Dab it dry.
• Make a paste by mixing some mashed apricots and
  warm olive oil. Apply this paste all over your
  face and leave it for 15 minutes. Wash it off
  with water.

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IV) Anti-Dandruff Natural compounds

• Anti-dandruff is an agent that treats
• dandruff and reduces flakes associated with it.
• Neem
• Datura stramonium fruits

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V) Natural Products for Strengthening Hair

• Aloe vera It contains a substance Aloenin which
  is a potential stimulant of hair growth. It is an
  effective hair conditioner without any side
  effects. It soothes your scalp and regenerates
  the hair cells.
• Arnica It promotes hair growth and provides
  adequate nutrition to the hair shafts. It is
  highly effective for treating dandruff problem
  and prevents further scalp problems.

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Natural Products for Strengthening Hair

• Rosemary It is one of the effective hair
  enhancer. This herb nourishes your flaky and dry
  scalp hence solving your dandruff problem. It
  slows down premature graying and hair loss.
• Marigold This herb is used for giving dull hair
  a complete healthy look. It is an effective
  solution for
• oily hair, fine hair and dry hair.
• Sage It is an important herb for proper hair
  care. This herb is effective in treating scalp
  infection, dandruff and oily hair problems. It is
  said to lessen hair loss and restores the hair
• color.

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Natural Products for Strengthening Hair

• Horsetail This herb is effective for curing
  problems of oily hair. It makes your hair strong,
  sleek, shiny and manageable. It also stimulates
  hair growth as it enhances scalp circulation.
• Parsley It acts as a hair tonic for thin hair.

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Natural Products for Strengthening Hair

• Walnut Oil
• It is a rich emollient used to condition
  and repair damaged hair.
• Essential oils of ylang ylang rosemary helps
  hair growth.

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Natural Products for Healthy Shiny Hair

• Olive oil
• To have a beautiful, dandruff-free shiny hair
  apply olive oil to the hair cover it with
  shower cap for 30 minutes, then shampoo it.
• It helps to have smooth and shiny nails (immerse
  your nails in olive oil for 30 minutes.

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Henna

• NATURAL HENNA POWDER contains natural ingredients
  that possess medicinal properties which are vital
  for hair conditioning. Henna prevents premature
  graying of hair and is used for hair nourishment,
  making the hair shiny and smooth. Henna plates
  and protects the hair shaft while acting as a
  cooling agent for head.

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VI) Natural Recipes for Shiny and Healthy Hair
1) Avocado Conditioner

• Ingredients1 small jar of mayonnaise1/2 avocado
  
• DirectionsPeel avocado and remove pit. Mix all
  ingredients in a medium-sized bowl with your
  hands. Smooth into hair being careful to work it
  to the ends. Use shower cap or plastic wrap to
  seal body heat in. Leave on hair for 20 minutes.
  For deeper conditioning wrap a hot, damp towel
  around your head over the plastic. Leave it for
  20 minutes then wash it using a suitable shampoo.

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Avocado Coco Nut Conditioner

• IngredientsOne avocadoCoconut milk
• DirectionsPeel and pit avocado. Mash avocado and
  slowly add coconut milk until smooth and the
  consistency of hair conditioner. Work through
  hair to ends. Rinse after 15 minutes and shampoo.

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Jojoba Hot Oil Treatment

• Ingredients2 teaspoons jojoba oil1 teaspoon
  soybean oil
• DirectionsCombine ingredients then warm gently
  on low heat. Massage mixture into hair. Wrap hair
  in a hot towel or cover with shower cap or
  plastic wrap for 15 minutes. Shampoo rinse out.
  Recipe may be doubled for very long hair.

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Rosemary Hot Oil Treatment

• Ingredients1/2 cup of dried rosemary leaves1/2
  cup soybean oil
• DirectionsCombine ingredients and heat until
  warm. Strain through a fine strainer or
  cheesecloth. Coat the entire head and hair with
  the oil mixture, working it through to the ends.
  Wrap hair in plastic wrap and wrap in a warm
  towel. Leave oil on hair for 15 minutes. Wash
  hair until oil is completely removed.

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Lavender Rosemary Hot Oil Treatment

• Ingredients1/2 cup soybean oil5 drops oil of
  rosemary10 drops oil of lavender
• DirectionsMix all ingredients well. Warm
  slightly and apply the mixture to damp hair. Wrap
  hair in plastic wrap and apply a hot towel for 20
  minutes. Shampoo.

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Ginger Dandruff Treatment

• IngredientsGinger rhizome1 teaspoon sesame
  oil1 teaspoon lemon juice
• DirectionsSqueeze ginger rhizome through press
  to obtain one tablespoon of juice. Mix all
  ingredients. Apply to scalp and let dry before
  shampooing. Repeat two times a week.

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Frizz Controller

• Ingredients1 small aloe vera leaf
• DirectionsSnip off end of leaf and apply aloe
  vera gel to palm. Work through hair to ends.
  Leave for 15 minutes then rinse with water.

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Aloe Vera (Aloe barbadensis)

• Fresh extract from the inner gel of the
  leaf supports the moisture balance of the skin.
  It is incorporated in many cosmetics for
  soothing, regenerating moisturizing properties.

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Rosemary Rinse for Oily Hair

• Ingredients1/4 cup dried rosemaryDirections
  Simmer rosemary in 1.5 cups of water. Strain
  mixture and discard rosemary. Use remaining
  mixture as the final rinse after shampooing.

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General Tips For Healthy Skin and Hair Care

• Drink plenty of water (8-10 glasses per day).
• Eat much fresh fruits and vegetables.
• What goes into your body is reflective on the
  outside including your hair and skin.
• Sleep enough time ( 6-8 hours daily).
• Comb your hair twice a day to increase blood
  circulation in the sclap.
• Dont shampoo your hair more than twice a week.
  Excess shampooing strips natural oils from the
  hair.
• Make few minutes of daily exercise a routine in
  your life style, not only for healthy skin and
  hair but also for the whole body and mental
  health.

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Thank you
Professor Dr. Madiha Amin Hassan