January 3, 2011
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A hybrid mint that is a cross between water mint and spearmint. Peppermint is often used in aromatherapy to relieve stress, exhaustion and anxiety and its oil can be applied to cool and brighten dull skin.
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January 2, 2011
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The root of the glycyrrhiza glabra plant, a legume that sprouts purple and blue flowers. The root has a brown, bark-like exterior and yellow interior and is 50 times sweeter than sugar.
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January 2, 2011
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Glycerin is a thick, colorless, non-toxic liquid known for having a slightly sweet taste. Due to its humectant properties, which allow it to absorb moisture from the air, glycerin is used in skin emollients to keep skin supple.
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January 2, 2011
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A powdery white chemical salt with crystalline grains. Its slightly grainy texture helps to exfoliate and soften calloused skin.
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January 2, 2011
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Azulene is dark blue chamomile extract that comes by steam distillation of the chamomile flower. Chamomile has been used for centuries in Europe as a popular herbal treatment for numerous ailments, and chamomile tea is said to have mildly sedating eff ects.
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January 2, 2011
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A vitamin E-rich oil derived from the nut of the argan tree that absorbs quickly and is highly moisturizing. Argan oil can be purchased for cooking and eating.
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December 27, 2010
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Wellness refers to an overall philosophy associated with an individual’s lifestyle which, through a combination of exercise, diet, and mental well-being can reduce health care utilization and costs. Many salons and spas are capitalizing on the growing popularity of wellness and taking care of one’s body by offering services that help nurture both mind and body.
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December 27, 2010
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Tea tree oil, also known as melaleuca, it is extracted from the leaves of the Australian tea tree for its antiseptic and antibacterial uses. Tea tree oil is a natural antiseptic ingredient with broad-spectrum antimicrobial and anti-inflammatory properties, as well as excellent solvency and dermal penetration.
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December 27, 2010
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Honey is a sweet fluid produced by honey bees from the nectar of flowers.
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December 20, 2010
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Essential oils are essences extracted from plants that contain the scent and other therapeutic properties of that plant.
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December 17, 2010
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Diamond dust is the material leftover from cutting diamonds. Its hardness makes it desired for a wide variety of uses.
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December 16, 2010
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A species of cereal grain grown for its seed. Oats are used in food, drinks, to feed livestock, and to soothe skin conditions.
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December 16, 2010
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Pumpkin is an orange squash native to North America. The inside pulp is high in nutrients, and its seeds contain lots of zinc, which is good for the skin.
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December 16, 2010
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A waterless manicure service does not require the client to soak her hands in water at any point; thought by some to enhance adhesion of nail polish and to be better for nails, which can absorb water; cleaning is done with implements and solutions rather than by soaking.
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December 16, 2010
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The papaya is the fruit of the large Carica Papaya herb that, along with its enzyme called papain, are used in many skin care and repair products. Papain works as a mild exfoliant and dissolves dead skin cells, making it ideal for treating acne and reducing wrinkles.
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