Cool as a….

This week in Component Corner:

Cucumber Distillate

(Cucumis sativus) It has been said that Cleopatra may have used cucumber juice for skin preservation. It gives skin a cool feeling. It is a very mild astringent, and aids in removing dull skin while easing inflammation.

Published in: on June 29, 2008 at 8:08 pm Comments (0)

Knowing is half the battle…

La Strega is proud to show it’s ingredients, so nothing is hidden. Along with La Strega’s compendium, you can truly learn about what you are getting. Don’t forget to click the “more information” button on each product and take a look!

Published in: on at 8:05 pm Comments (0)

Absolutely Fabulous..

This week in Component Corner:

Cocoa Absolute

(Theobroma Cacao) Cocoa absolute is a natural solvent extracted from the cocoa bean. A rich and mild cocoa essence, it is considered to be a source of fertility, wisdom, energy and mood enhancement.

Published in: on June 4, 2008 at 12:30 am Comments (0)

H’aloe world! Aloe barbadensis to the rescue…

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 Aloe Juice, Organic

(Aloe barbadensis) Aloe is renown for its healing properties; anti-inflammatory effects, soothes skin and aids in the healing of burns. The Ancient Greeks, Egyptians, and Chinese used aloe for these purposes. Aloe vera also improves hydration due to the presence of potassium, calcium, vitamin B complex, vitamin C, magnesium, folic acid, aluminum, iron, zinc and amino acids.

Published in: on January 19, 2008 at 8:28 am Comments (0)