Long before they were added to beauty products, various roots, oils and extracts were used to heal, rejuvenate and protect. It's no wonder more of these so-called "secret" ingredients are popping up in cleansers, creams and shampoos. Find the cure to your beauty ailments by choosing products with ingredients that match the diagnosis.
Light yet super-hydrating, this efficient moisturizer is made with a potent dose of ginger, traditionally used in Asia for its ability to increase energy and warm the body. This ginger mixture is balanced with cooling, skin-nourishing olive oil and hydrating grape seed oil. Available at select stores and online.
For information, see Origins.com. Queen Helene Ginseng and Tea Tree Hot Oil Treatment This bargain conditioning formula combines the anti-bacterial benefits of tea tree oil and strengthening and conditioning elements of ginseng root.
In three minutes this fresh-scented hot oil will make brittle hair soft and shiny. $5.29 at Sally Beauty stores.
Visit SallyBeauty.com for information. Yes to Carrots C The Difference This toning, exfoliating mask for dry and sensitive skin is made with Dead Sea mud (to detoxify) and antioxidant beta carotenes (found in orange fruits and vegetables like melons, carrots and pumpkins).
A potent vitamin C mixture, the mask aims to reduce skin damage caused by exposure to sun and pollutants. $14.99 at drugstores.
Long before they were added to beauty products, various roots, oils and extracts were used to heal, rejuvenate and protect.
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