Marshmallow Root
Price range: $7.90 through $48.90A perennial herb native to Europe, North Africa, and western Asia, Marshmallow root is a flowering plant that has been used in herbal medicine for centuries to treat various ailments such as coughs, skin irritation, ulcers, as well as digestive problems. Also known as Althaea Officinalis, the Marshmallow candy’s name is derived from the Marshmallow root as it used to contain its mucilage. However in today’s candy, it only contains gelatin and sugar. Some of the benefits of Marshmallow root include soothing the mucous membranes of the respiratory, digestive and urinary tracts as it’s provide natural mucilage.
Licorice Root
Price range: $6.90 through $10.90Also known as Glycyrrhiza Glabra or Sweet Root, Licorice is a root of a plant, which is native to Europe and Asia. Licorice has been used for centuries in health, medicinal, and beverages. In modern days, it is also used to treat eczema, indigestion, colds as well as peptic ulcers. Licorice is also known for its anti-diabetic effect, as it contains anti-inflammatory properties and helps reduce blood sugar.
French Rose Buds
Price range: $7.90 through $56.90Dried rose buds, as the name suggests are made from dehydrated fresh rose buds. It is known for being a delicious beverage that boosts healthy benefits such as improving the immune system, treating sore throat, aids in digestion and helps regulate menstruation symptoms. Rose buds are also a natural diuretic used to treat urinary tract infections. They are popular as food decoratives, skincare ingredient, candle making.. etc.
Dried Rosemary
Price range: $5.90 through $8.90Rosemary is a herb native to the Mediterranean. It is similar to Oregano, Thyme, Basil and Lavender, which fall under the mint family Lamiaceae. Rosemary is usually used in food for its flavour, as well as perfume and other skin care products as it contains many health benefits. Since ancient times, Rosemary has been used for its medicinal properties such as boosting the immune and circulatory system, alleviates muscle pain, improves memory and promotes hair growth.
Peppermint Leaves
Price range: $5.90 through $26.90Peppermint leaf is referred to as “the world’s oldest medicine” and can be widely found across the world. This perennial herb is a hybrid of watermint and spearmint, and has a long history (dating back to ancient Eygpt) of therapeuritc use for a wide range of ailments. Also called Mentha Piperita, the Peppermint leaf is known to soothe upset tummy, improves digestion, fights cold and flu, and eliminates bad breath.
Nettle Leaves
Price range: $6.21 through $47.61Also known as Urtica Dioica, Nettle leaves are a perennial flowering plant that has been used medicinally since as far back as Ancient Greece. The herb is known for its anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, and antimicrobial qualities. It contains vitamins B, C and K, as well as amino acids and anti-oxidants, which are known to fight free radicals, detoxify the body, reduce arthritis pain as well as alleviate allergic reactions.
Mulberry Leaves
Price range: $5.31 through $38.61Due to its amazing medicinal properties, the Mulberry leaves can be consumed as food and is very often used in traditional Chinese medicine. It is well known particularly for reducing inflammation, lowering abnormally high blood sugar (glucose) levels, blood pressure, and blood lipids. Mulberry leaves are useful in soothing liver, brightening eyes, as well as dispelling wind-heat and moistening the lungs. Its rich chlorophyll content is known to purify the blood, transport an abundance of oxygen to the body, removing waste in the blood, and accelerates body purification.
Thyme Essential Oil
Price range: $14.90 through $60.90A herb of the mint family, Thyme is commonly used in aromatherapy, cooking, mouthwashes, and potpourri. Commonly known as Thymus Vulgaris, this perennial herb is native to southern Europe from western Mediterranean to southern Italy.
Thyme is famed for its anti-antibacterial, antiseptic, and calming properties. It has strong antioxidants and supports the immune, digestive, nervous and other body systems. Thyme also protects the body from diseases and ailments such as arthritis, stroke, as well as fungal and bacterical skin conditions.
Tea Tree Essential Oil
Price range: $14.90 through $52.90Best known for its antibacterial activities and used as a healing treatment in Australia for almost 100 years, the Tea Tree oil, also known as Melaleuca oil, is distilled from the leaves of Australian plant Melaleuca Alternifolia. There are numerous uses for Tea Tree Oil ranging from cleaning products, to making cosmetics and cleansing products such as shampoos, body washes, skin creams, and ointments. Tea Tree is also known for fighting acne, soothing skin irritations, treating sensitive scalp and lice problems, as well as respiratory tract issues.
Spearmint Essential Oil
Price range: $14.90 through $46.90A perennial plant that hails from Europe and Asia, Spearmint, also known as Mentha Spicata, is a type of mint similar to Peppermint. Although the two oils contain similar properties, many believed that Peppermint oil is stronger than Spearmint due to the latter’s lower amount of menthol.
Spearmint has a sweet taste, and is frequently used in chewing gums, candies, toothpaste and mouthwash. It is known to help ease headache, migraine, fatigue, nervousness, and digestive problems. Spearmint also has anti-septic, anti-fungal, and restorative properties.
Petitgrain Essential Oil
Price range: $18.90 through $62.90Commonly known as Bitter Orange Leaf Oil, the Petitgrain is obtained through steam distillation of the same botanical species as Neroli and Bitter Orange. It has a sweet aroma that is tart with subtle floral and woody characteristics, and is extensively used in food and beverages as a flavouring agent as well as in the perfume and cosmetic industries. Some of the benefits of Petitgrain oil are anti-depressant, reduce anxiety, prevent body odour, bacterial skin infections, and many more.
Nutmeg Essential Oil
Price range: $26.90 through $295.00Obtained through steam distillation and used commonly in pharmaceutical and perfumery industries, Nutmeg essential oil is a somewhat woody, spicy, and sweet essential oil that blends well with floral and citrus range of essential oils. Also known as Myristica Fragrans, Nutmeg oil is commonly used for treating headache, respiratory problem, and fever in Ayurvedic practices. In modern days, is it mainly used in skincare products such as soaps, dental products, and candles…etc.
