Herbs are a very pleasant cosmetic, and at the same time an extremely effective remedy for many skin problems. Plantain, poplar and violet tricolor soothe and heal some skin problems - they accelerate wound healing, regenerate the epidermis, have a soothing and soothing effect.
The skin is constantly exposed to various irritants and microbial attack. No wonder then thatspots , rashes, scratches,discolorationappear on it. Some skin lesions are a symptom of medical conditions (e.g. diabetes, fungal infections), others are a sign of allergies or the result of injuries. Any such lesion that is annoying - it hurts or itches - and lasts a long time, should be examined by a doctor. But it is also worth reaching forherbs- here are some of those that soothe and heal skin ailments.
Herbs effective in various skin ailments
- Plantain lanceolate
This ubiquitous plant is a real treasure in the herbalist's first aid kit. Its leaves contain a large amount of mucus compounds, flavonoids, tannins, organic acids, vitamins (C and K), and mineral s alts (including potassium, magnesium, zinc). In the past, they were used for all wounds, burns, contusions, and for insect bites. They increase blood clotting, tighten and seal blood vessels, accelerate wound healing and epidermis regeneration.
Wash decoction: Pour a tablespoon of crushed plantain leaves with a glass of boiling water and cook covered over low heat for 5 minutes. Set aside for 10 minutes, strain. Rinse irritated skin with the decoction several times a day. To combat dandruff, use it also to rinse the scalp after washing.
Leaf compresses: Crush fresh, clean plantain leaves lightly, put on a gauze layer. Attach a bandage or plaster to the treated area. The wrap can be used to speed up the healing of abrasions and wounds, for boils, ulcers, burns, bruises, places after insect bites.
- Poplar
The most valuable herbal material is the buds of this tree, which are harvested in early spring, before they burst, and the young leaves. They include, among others phenolic glycosides, phenolic acids, tannins, essential oil, which have anti-inflammatory and healing properties.
Drinking decoction: Pour a tablespoon of crushed donuts with a glass of warm water and bring to the boil, covered. Set aside for 15 minutes, strain. Drink half a glass a day between meals to help heal skin inflammation.
Infusion for washing: a teaspoon of poplar buds and a teaspoon of violet herb tricolor pour a glass of boiling water and leave for 15 minutes, covered. Drain. Use warm infusion to rinse the difficult-to-heal wounds and leg varicose veins.
- Tricolor vial
It is popularly called the field pansy. Its herb is rich, among others into flavonoids, anthocyanins, phenolic acids, carotenoids. Used internally, it has cleansing and detoxifying properties, which is used in the treatment of acne, eczema, and lichen, while externally it soothes and soothes rashes of various origins.
Infusion to drink: Pour a tablespoon of the herb with a glass of boiling water and leave it covered for 15 minutes, then strain. Drink this portion 3 times a day to relieve itchy skin, acne, and fight rash.
Bath decoction: 2 tablespoons of dried herb and roots pour 2 cups of lukewarm water, slowly bring to the boil. Cook over low heat, covered for 5 minutes, set aside for a quarter of an hour, and strain. Add to baths to soothe skin irritations. In the morning and in the evening, wash the areas with acne lesions with the decoction and let the skin dry.