posted January 06, 2004 12:29 AM         

Another is for nasty sun burns and you know your going to peel, and you skin feels terribly dry. Get your hands on pure Vitamin E oil, I get them in capsules that I break open. Rub all over burn areas and you wont peel and leaves you with a nice tan. Or just dont sun bake. And I once burnt my foot as a child with boiling water I tipped from the stove and my nana put Vitamin E oil on it everyday and I didnt scare.

Aloe Vera is one of my favourites for any skin irrations, rashes, insect bits, burns, grazes, cuts, pimples and dry skin. I have two huge plants at home that I use for almost everything skin related and works like a charm.

Chamomile tea is the best natural remedy in my experience for menstral pain, need a lot but it calms all muscles and Im in bliss. And it sends me to sleep.

My grandfather had an infection he couldnt fight off, seemed like he was immune to antibiotics. So he was given lots and lots of garlic, garlic is a natural antibiotic and funny enough it worked. So I eat heaps of garlic, and lots of parsely to counteract the effect of the stink and Ive noticed I dont get coughs, or colds anymore.

I get dry cuticles under my finger nails, so I thought about it and started rubbing olive oil on my cuticles everynight and now they are beautiful, soft and supple.

I sometimes use olive oil on the ends of my hair, about an inch up. because of dry, split ends and it gives them a shiny, healthy appearance. Does it good too. Not too much though, just rub a drop into your fingers and whipe through tips of hair.

If you suffer from asthma, onions are good for your respiratory system. And chilli is fantabulas too.

Thats all for now, sheesh! Hope it helps some one...

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posted January 10, 2004 10:34 PM         

Long ago, old Mr. He became lost in the forest. Years later, those who found him were astonished. The old man's hair had turned from white to black. In order to sustain himself, he lived on the root of the common wild vine Polygoni Multiflori.

He Shou Wu also known as Fo Ti

Today, the plant bears his name, He Shou Wu (Old Mr. He). In the West this root is known as He Shou Wu or Fo Ti. This herb when ingested helps restore color to grey hair and halt hair loss. The Chinese have long relied on the he shou wu tonic, taking it long-term to encourage optimum health. For many people it enhances the growth and color of hair as it restores the thick, rich-bodied hair they had in their younger days. Gray hair gradually returns to its original color.

posted January 22, 2004 09:52 AM           

Where can I find he shou wu and what is the best way to take it? Thanks a bunch!

Sincerely,
divinia

posted February 03, 2004 09:20 AM           

For pimples and skin disorders, I use something called Fuller's Earth, which you use as a kind of mud pack. I get it at an indian store nearby, where it is called 'Multani Mati'. It makes your skin very soft and helps clear blemishes, but it also really dries out your skin if used by itself and mixed with water to make the pac. I always add a few drops of almond or olive oil to the mix (when I am making it) with very good results. (Still use some water though.) It doesn't get as pasty and easy to spread with the oil, but the results are much better.

Pure Cocoa Butter directly on the skin does wonders for wrinkles, dry skin and any other kind of skin ailment. If you have skin like mine though, which is very sensitive, it's best not to use cocoa butter on the face directly as it can cause breakouts. You can get sticks of these at Riteaid or any other pharmacy for a couple of dollars.

posted April 20, 2004 12:08 AM           

Only just discovered this thread. I don't have many beauty tips, I mainly clean my face day and night with Witch. I never use moisturizer as my skin is already oily enough. I did use baby oil on my very dry legs once and had a reaction that lasted weeks ! It was very bad.

I have tips for a cold. Have a really hot bath and stay there as long as you can handle it. Sweat as much as you can !! When you get out try and keep your body hot for as long as possible. I have never had a cold lasting longer than 48 hours.

Stay out of the sun too ! Tans do look good, but they can be addictive too. I sunbathe very rarely, and rarely go out when the sky isn't black :0) I'm nocturnal :0)

Have a face pack about once a week. I find that seaweed is best for me. Try a load and see what is good for you, plus: fun !! Also apply a deep conditioner about once a week. I leave both on for about an hour and allow my hair to dry naturally. To be honest, my hair could be a lot better !

posted April 25, 2004 11:44 PM           

Thanks for the tips on dealing with ingrown hairs, PixelPixie
I generally exfoliate in the shower every day, but I still end up with them on my legs!!! And I don't wear tight clothing or anything! Very very odd. Meh, I guess I'm just unlucky.

posted April 04, 2005 05:06 PM           

Alchemist, you asked about ingrowns (after) i have a secret I got from a friend who's a Dancer.
Deoderant ... she used the deoderant on her legs, arms and *ahem* private areas. After shaving ... she swears by it ... I actually gave it a shot and it truely does work. I apply it alot during the first 24 hours (espcially in the bikini zone) I only use it when I know i am gonna be in a bathing suit!!! ohhh, dont know if it matters or not, but I used a clear solid ... i use dove. Which also has moisterizers in it. Funny that someone mentioned applying deoderant to the face in humid areas. Never thought of that, but it does make sense.

I love all these... gonna have ta try some of these out ... especailly the dry skin, need ot get it all purdied from summer.

"goes home roots thru fridge and kitchen cabinets. Gathers all together and locks herself in the bathroom for countless hours of *purdyin myself up* "

very kewl....
ang-

posted April 05, 2005 04:52 PM           

I use (and used for after shaving) Dove ... which is a Anti-perspirant Deoderant .... ???? arent they both the same thing really?

posted April 05, 2005 05:14 PM         

I find it hard to believe that if you go to a drugstore deodorant aisle, men will have the option of deodorant versus anti-perspirant, whereas women have no such option ( unless you rely on the 'natural' types)
What if I want to sweat?

posted April 05, 2005 05:38 PM           

Mmaybe when she said deodorant, she meant exactly that .... since deodorant wouldn't block the pores like the ani-perspirant would! hmmm, ....