From Mint to Thyme: 9 homegrown herbs for glowing skin

Camomile contains alpha-bisabolol, which reduces inflammation, soothes acne, rashes and eczema. Brew some Camomile tea, allow it to cool, and wash your entire body with it.

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Sage is a powerful antioxidant, making it perfect for fighting ageing and free radicals. It is a natural astringent for acne-prone and greasy skin. Boil it and use as a toner.

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Mint has salicylic acid, which helps to fight pimples and excessive oil. Mash its leaves and apply on pimples, for a cooling effect.

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Aloe vera is hydrating, moisturising, anti-inflammatory, and rich in minerals and vitamins, making it ideal for your skin. Apply aloe vera gel directly to your skin for healthy skin.

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Lavender is an antibacterial and anti-inflammatory powerhouse that will soothe sensitive, inflamed skin. Use the flowers (fresh or dried) to infuse creams, toners, and face steams.

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High in carotenoids and flavonoids, calendula works on everything from chapped lips, lines, healing wounds, and plump skin.

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Thyme is well known to clear acne. Mix witch hazel or brewed green tea with thyme for a potent acne fighting toner.

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Rich in minerals, rosemary moisturises skin, aids in collagen development, fight free radicals and protects skin from external damage.

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Tulsi does wonders on the body. It can be taken raw or as a detox drink. When combined with milk, tulsi clears the pores on your skin, allowing you to show off your youthful and bright skin tone.

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From Mint to Thyme: 9 homegrown herbs for glowing skin

Camomile contains alpha-bisabolol, which reduces inflammation, soothes acne, rashes and eczema. Brew some Camomile tea, allow it to cool, and wash your entire body with it.

Camomile

Sage is a powerful antioxidant, making it perfect for fighting ageing and free radicals. It is a natural astringent for acne-prone and greasy skin. Boil it and use as a toner.

Sage

Mint has salicylic acid, which helps to fight pimples and excessive oil. Mash its leaves and apply on pimples, for a cooling effect.

Mint

Aloe vera is hydrating, moisturising, anti-inflammatory, and rich in minerals and vitamins, making it ideal for your skin. Apply aloe vera gel directly to your skin for healthy skin.

Aloe Vera

Lavender is an antibacterial and anti-inflammatory powerhouse that will soothe sensitive, inflamed skin. Use the flowers (fresh or dried) to infuse creams, toners, and face steams.

Lavender

High in carotenoids and flavonoids, calendula works on everything from chapped lips, lines, healing wounds, and plump skin.

Calendula

Thyme is well known to clear acne. Mix witch hazel or brewed green tea with thyme for a potent acne fighting toner.

Thyme

Rich in minerals, rosemary moisturises skin, aids in collagen development, fight free radicals and protects skin from external damage.

Rosemary

Tulsi does wonders on the body. It can be taken raw or as a detox drink. When combined with milk, tulsi clears the pores on your skin, allowing you to show off your youthful and bright skin tone.

Tulsi