Botanica International's natural beauty products are prepared using a range of powerful plants provided by nature. The products are for external use and contain combinations of Aloe Vear, Comfrey, Oil of Lavender and Tea Tree oil, all of which have proven results for many skin conditions. These natural ingredients are contained in a special cream base with moisturising agents.
Aloe Vera
Aloe Vera is excellent for damaged or problem skin. It is often called the “Miracle Plant” or the “Natural Healer”, the plant itself has thick fleshy leaves which conceal an inner gel, which has been used for centuries to maintain and enhance beauty. Both the Greeks and the Egyptians valued it highly.
Lavender Oil
Lavender is excellent in helping to maintain an all round healthy outlook on life. The oil largely has a balancing and purifying effect on the senses. It can be a particularly welcome aroma if you are feeling stressed, tense or having diffculty sleeping especially when related to menstrual discomfort. Lavender oil was common bath time cleanser favoured by the ancient Romans and used to speed recovery. Lavender oil is one of the most commonly used essential oils. It is both relaxing and stimulating, it calms, refreshes, invigorates and lifts the spirit.
Comfrey Oil
Comfrey oil is an effective remedy for a variety of conditions. It is an astringent, shrinks blood vessels, and stimulates healthy cell growth. Comfrey oil is very beneficial in maintaining and promoting healthy skin. Comfrey oil is also contains Vitamins: A, B1, B2, B12.
Tea Tree Oil
Tea Tree Oil’s antiseptic properties purity as it sinks into the skin. The natural anti-bacterial properties of the oil help to keep the skin hygienically clean whilst maintaining the natural balance. Tea Tree oil is cleansing, refreshing and provides relief.
Rosehip Oil
Rosehip Oil is an excellent product for many types of skin treatments. A beautiful oil containing high amounts of linoleic acid and trans-retinoic acid found to be a tissue regenerator. Rosehip Oil also contains a natural retinoic acid that helps to prevent premature ageing, minimising wrinkles and stretch marks. Excellent for sensitive problem skin. The properties of Rosehip oil have been known since antiquity. Used in both Indian and Chinese medicines, it is both cooling and moisturising, particularly good for dehydrated sensitive skin.
Wheat Germ Oil
Wheat Germ Oil is a fat soluble natural oil, high in Lecithin, Vitamins A, D and E. This oil is exceptional for treating dry and ageing skin. Wheat Germ Oil is an antioxidant with higher levels of Vitamin E than any other natural oil. High levels of Vitamin E can help to prevent damage to the skin caused by sunlight in both the UVA and UVB bands. Wheat Germ Oil also contains Vitamins B1, B2, B3, B6 and F + Lecithin. Wheat Germ Oil possesses cell regenerative properties that make it an excellent choice for anti-ageing formulas.