Saffron or Kesar occupies a unique place in our culture and tradition. This is an exotic, valuable and expensive herb and known as a “Herb Fit for Kings “. It is well known for its coloring, flavoring, and medicinal properties. It is an important cash crop that is a native of Southern Europe. It is a bulbous perennial plant belonging to the family Iridaceae. It is produced by drying the stigmas and part of the styles of the crocus flower. To create one pound of dry saffron, about 50,000 to 75,000 flowers are needed and more than 20 hours of labor just to pick the crocuses. Read More
Category: Herbal Cosmetics
The concept of beauty and cosmetics is as old as mankind and civilization. Nature has granted us valuable treasure in the form of herbs. Herbal resources which include botanical extracts of roots, stems, leaves, fruits, flowers & barks can be used both as cosmetics and effective healers for many problems. They are free from all toxic synthetic chemicals and thus suitable for all skin and hair types. Common herbs used as cosmetics are sandalwood, aloe vera, saffron (kesar), neem, basil leaves, papaya, honey, cucumber etc.
Glowing Complexion with Herbs
The skin is the largest organ and the outer covering of our body. It guards the underlying muscles, bones and internal organs. Skin performs many functions- It protects our body against pathogens. It regulates our body temperature by through sweating. Skin acts as an insulator so that essential nutrients are not washed away. It synthesizes vitamin D by means of Ultra Violet in the body. Sunlight, water and air play an important role in keeping the skin healthy. Read More