Wednesday, May 12, 2010

Flower Power: Youthful Skin

In addition to being pretty and sweet to receive, research shows that flowers have both emotional and behavior benefits. Some flowers even seem to go above and beyond to keep our skin looking youthful.


Roses
  • Research has shown that rose oil & rose extract reduces wrinkles, and improves skin’s elasticity, color and tone. These natural ingredients are also said to soothe and heal irritated skin. Rose-based skincare products fight dryness and are said to restore youthful complexion.
Primrose
  • The oil from evening primrose is regarded as an ideal skin moisturizer. Generally recommended for those who suffer from dry skin, eczema or psoriasis.
Hibiscus
  • Rich in alpha hydroxy acids and amino acids, hibiscus extract is the key component to many skincare products that target dry skin, cellulite and skin tone- helping restore elasticity and maintain firmness of the skin.
Marigold
  • An anti-inflammatory also relieves bruises, flights dry, sensitive skin {eczema & psoriasis} and acne.
Cornflower
  • High in anti-inflammatory components, products from cornflower are recommended to fight wrinkles around the eyes.

25 Fabulous People:

  1. So basically you're saying that dave needs to buy me a flower bouquet that includes roses, primroses, hibuscus, marigolds and cornflowers? Yea. That's exactly what you're saying...

    Haha ;)

    Happy Wednesday iva!

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  2. Educational post--I have heard something similar about marigolds as well.

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  3. In addition to all of those wonderful things, they also make girls think you really dig them and it makes them more willing to roll around for a little while.

    -c

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  4. Who knew flowers were on earth for a reason other than to look pretty? I love this post!

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  5. LOVE Marigold which is similar to Calendula (actually my mums name Nevenka..which is a Serbian name means Marigold) so we are big on Calendula and MArigold extract in this house!!

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  6. bring on the flowers! who knew they did more than look gorgeous and smell divine!

    i think i need some cornflower!

    not really related, but i love the smell of jasmine. it is POSITIVELY INTOXICATING! i have some outside my bedroom, and when there is a breeze in the spring and summer, the smell wafts in and drives me out of my mind! delightful! it puts me in a good mood instantly!

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  7. i just love nature, it never ceases to amaze me...

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  8. wow i love that you shared this with us! i could use all the help my skin can get x

    Missy
    High street + Couture =
    http://thefashionfusion.blogspot.com

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  9. Gorgeous post!

    ♥ Please don't forget to enter the leather keychains GIVEAWAY!♥ Good luck! ♥

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  10. Thank you for this post. An excellent and cheap way to incoporate rose into your beauty routine is to buy rose water (for cooking) from a mid eastern food shop. Make sure it is water and syrup, you can add a couple drops of it to water when you rinse your face off, it acts as a toner.

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  11. Well this just proves I need more flowers around the house :)

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  12. Oh I need to print this off for the Hubby!

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  13. My mom is really into making things - like face wash, lotions, etc. - using herbs and/or flowers, especially roses. I love this kind of stuff. It smells GREAT! :)

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  14. Great post! It's great to know these things! :)

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  15. Hi Iva

    thanks for stopping by my blog and thanks for your lovely comment. You have a great blog and a great sense of style.
    Keep rocking.

    Sovina

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  16. It's so true. They're really quite beneficial :) Wonderful post!

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  17. Skin. mine is breaking out like crazyyyy. But seriously, maybe i'll look further into these natural things. Hibiscus good for cellulite? Sign me up.

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  18. hmmmm....i've used rosewater for awhile now, but marigolds? i'll look into it though, where do you suggest i find such products? also thanks for the comment on my blog:
    http://lachercheuse-accidentelles.blogspot.com/

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  19. I am buying Cornflowers for life! :D

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  20. I like lilies, because it's what my name means in hebrew :)

    http://saladofmylife.blogspot.com

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  21. this is so interesting! I really ought to take better care of my skin.
    -indigo

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  22. Wow, these posts are really interesting! Most beauty blogs are 100% flogging a product or regurgitating out the same old info, but any products you mention are relevant and interesting, and so many of these useful beauty tips, I have never read before. I'll definitely be trying the natural teeth whitening. Thanks!

    Genevieve
    http://untilthedayirunaway.blogspot.com

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