April 11, 2013

Be outdoors, bug free (and calm those barking dogs!)

Heading out for a summer evening? Then wear our aromatic evening balm – your friends will love it but mosquitoes and other insects will hate it! It’s perfect for a buzz-free balmy night, and suitable attire for all outside activities including sports, gardening, barbecuing and romantic outdoor dining.
DEET free, 100% Natural, suitable for adults and children.

What is in “normal” insect repellant”?

N,N-Diethyl-meta-toluamide, abbreviated to DEET, was developed by the US Army following its experience of jungle warfare during WW2. It was originally tested as a pesticide on farm fields, entering military use in 1946 and civilian use in 1957. DEET can act as an irritant; in rare cases, it may cause severe  epidermal reactions and even death.

What’s in Siam Botanicals Evening Balm?

citronellaCitronella oil is a renowned plant-base insect repellant obtained from the leaves and stems of lemongrass. It is 100% NATURAL (the USFDA considers oil of citronella as a bio-pesticide with a non-toxic mode of action). Research also shows that citronella oil has strong antifungal properties and is effective in calming barking dogs!

 

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January 27, 2013

Properties of Essential Oils

All of Siam Botanicals essential oils are produced from pure plant-based extracts and are 100% natural.

The oils should be used with a ceramic oil burner to release their fragrances, or as directed by your aromatherapist.

Lemongrass
Pungent fresh lemon, hay-like top notes with green grassy undertones
Uplifting and energizing, soothing for headaches and stress and an effective natural insecticide
Combines well with most citruses and florals – try with orange, ylang ylang or lavender.
Juniper Berry
Juniper Berry is a purifying essential oil.
Clean fresh turpentine top notes and smoky, balsamic, woody, peppery undertones.
Blends well with woods and citruses, as well as lavender and clary sage.
Purifying, cleansing and fortifying.
Ylang Ylang
Ylang Ylang means “flower of flowers”.
A voluptuous and exotic fragrance. Intense, sweet, floral and tropical top notes with exotic wood balsamic undertones.
Blends well with other florals and citruses, and with litsea, patchouli, clove and lemongrass.
Aphrodisiac, exotic and sensual. Calms, uplifts and creates a sense of peace.
Patchouli
A dark orange and viscous oil with warm, rich, spicy top notes and earthy, herbaceous, musky undertones.
Blends well with lavender, clove, ylang ylang and clary sage.
Soothing, stabilizing, earthy and sensual. Good in massage oils for reducing stress and alleviating anxiety.
Rosemary
“Rosemary for remembrance”.
Sharp, fresh, green top notes and herbaceous balsamic undertones. Blends well with juniper, lavender, basil and most spices.
Excellent in massage oils for relaxing tight muscles. At once stimulating, purifying and protecting.
Sweet Basil
Tender and aromatic. Sweet, green, herbaceous top notes and spice aniseedy undertones.
Calming. Relieves stress and mental fatigue. Combines well with other herbs and lavender.
Plai
Steam distilled from the Thai wild grown roots of Plai. Similar to ginger, it has wonderful
uplifting peppery green and eucalyptus aroma. Highly regarded in Thailand for its therapeutic
properties when used in massage oils. Relieves tired muscles, pain and inflammation.
Litsea
An uplifting lemon fresh fragrance. Combines well with citrus and lemongrass.
Reduces stress, invigorates and promotes restful sleep.
Tea Tree
Originates from a shrub native only to Australia. Spicy camphorous top notes with pungent medicinal undertones.
Blends well with spices and herbs and lavender.
Amazing antiviral, antiseptic and antibacterial properties.
Lavender
The most popular, verstaile and widely used of all essential oils.
Clean fresh top floral notes and subtle green herbaceous undertones.
Blends well with most other essential oils.
Highly therepeutic when used in massage oils and bath oils. Soothing, calming and relaxing.
Sweet Orange
Expressed from the fruit of the sweet orange tree. Fresh fruit top notes and radiant sensuous undertones.
Blends well with citruses, spices, lemongrass,clary sage and lavender.
Cheery and uplifting.
Citronella
Steam distilled from wild citronella grass. A distinct, natural, woody, lemony and grassy aroma.
Citronella can be used in an oil burner to repell insects and mosquitoes.
Diluted in an all-natural base oil, it makes an effective all-natural insect repellent that can be applied to the skin.
Clove Leaf
A strong spicy aroma. Blends well with juniper and clary sage, basil, citruses and spices.
Good in massage oils to relieve sore muscles. Clove is  a natural insect repellent when used in a burner.
Peppermint
Fresh, bright, minty top notes with sharp grassy undertones. Blends well with lavender, rosemary and eucalyptus.
Used in massage oils to aid digestion. Bold and strong, promoting clarity and alertness.
Eucalyptus
Sharp camphorous top notes and penetrating woody undertones. Blends well
with lavender and other woods and herbs. Piercing, stimulating and purifying.
Grapefruit
Clean fresh and light top notes with sweet citrusy undertones. Blends well with other
citruses and with lavender, juniper and ylang ylang.
Refeshing, cleansing and reviving.
Clary Sage
Sweet musky herbaceous top notes and nutty, almost floral undertones. Blends well with
lavender, citruses and clove. Eases depression, melancholia and anxiety
and is at once intoxicating sensuous and uplifting. Good in a massage oil for a relaxing and
uplifting experience.

Essential Oils are for EXTERNAL USE ONLY and should not be applied directly to the skin in undiluted form.

 

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January 25, 2013

The 4-Step Organic Facial – How To Take Care Of Your Skin

Our signature facial

Knowing which products to use, how best to use them and in what order is vital if you are to establish a regular, effective face care routine. Here, we run through our four-step facial (in a nutshell: cleanse, exfoliate, tone, moisturise!) with our product suggestions and some easy-to-follow instructions. It’s all you need for clear, healthy and nourished skin.

STEP 1

Cleanse & Detoxify:
Achieve clear, glowing skin.

Routine: Daily.
Recommended product(s): Rose Hip & Tea Tree Face Cleanser (suitable for all skin types) or Apricot Face Cleanser (available in dry skin or oily skin formulas).

Wipe face gently with a flannel soaked in clean, warm water. Pour a coin-sized amount of oil into the palm of your hand, rub your hands together to warm the oil and then smooth over your face. Massage gently into your skin with firm upward movements. Soak the flannel in hot water (not too hot!) and place over your face until it cools; then wipe away the oil and residue.

 STEP 2

Exfoliate & Polish:
Gently remove dead skin cells and clear pores.

Routine: Twice weekly (once a week may be sufficient for sensitive skin).

Recommended product(s): Argan & Moringa Face Polish (suitable for all skin types).

Apply a small amount to the face and massage into the skin with gentle circular movements. Rinse off with warm water. Soak a flannel in clean, warm water and remove any remaining scrub mixture. Wipe away the oil and residue. Gently pat dry if required.

STEP 3

Tone & Refresh:
Revive and re-balance your skin.

Routine: Daily.

Recommended product: Pure Organic Bulgarian Rose Water (suitable for all skin types).

Shake before use. Gently mist the face (with eyes closed). Allow mist to be absorbed into the surface of the skin for one minute. Gently pat dry if required.

 STEP 4

Moisturise & Nourish:
Give your skin the nutrients and oils it needs to stay clear and healthy.

Routine: Daily.

Recommended product(s): Rudis Oleum Replenish Formula or Rudis Oleum Repair Formula.

Place a small amount of serum in the palm of one hand and use the fingertips of your other hand to massage the oil into the skin, starting at the chin and moving in small circles until you reach the cheeks, the area around the eyes, and the forehead.

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January 25, 2013

Rudis Oleum – Anti-Aging Face Care

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Rudis Oleum

Rudis Oleum is our premium range of 100% naturally active botanical face care, combines the remarkable properties of three nutrient-rich, organic “miracle oils”. These powerful, rich raw oils are an excellent source of antioxidants and are renowned for their anti-aging, antiseptic, healing and moisturizing properties.

Moringa Oil
This oil is made by cold pressing the seeds of the Moringa Oleifera tree, which is native to India, Africa and South East Asia, and which has been revered by indigenous communities for centuries as “The Miracle Tree”. The raw oil combines 46 separate antioxidant free-radical neutralizers and is one of the most concentrated natural sources of oleic acid, Vitamin A and Vitamin C, making it a highly effective natural skin tonic. Moringa oil has been used in skin preparations and ointments since ancient Egyptian times. Our Moringa blends are highly restorative superior massage and body oils.

Tamanu Oil
This deeply therapeutic oil is made by cold pressing the sun-dried nut kernels of the Tamanu tree, which is indigenous to South East Asia and the South Pacific. The oil has a rich scent and is dark green in colour. Its legendary skin-healing and age-defying properties are well documented. Natives of Polynesia believed that the Tamanu tree was a sacred gift of nature and that gods hid in its branches; it was their answer to skin protection from hot sun, high humidity and ocean winds. Known for its unique ability to boost the formation of new tissue, Tamanu oil is often used to accelerate the healing of blemished or inflamed skin. The Tamanu tree is now grown all along the South Indian coast to prevent erosion. It is an abundant and eco-friendly source of natural skin care.

Argan Oil
The Argania Spinosa tree, native to Morocco, is known as the “Tree of Life” in the Moroccan Berber community. Its kernels are cold pressed to produce Argan oil, which has been used by Berber women for centuries to protect and nourish their skin. This remarkable, rare and expensive oil is gaining popularity as a “miracle ingredient” in beauty products worldwide. It has extremely high levels of Vitamin E and 80% fatty acids and is often used not only to counter the visible signs of premature aging but also to remedy certain skin ailments.

Choose from our Day, Night and Repair formulas:

RUDIS OLEUM – DAY FORMULA

This smooth, easy-to-absorb face serum helps restore your skin’s natural balance and elasticity.

RUDIS OLEUM – NIGHT FORMULA

This complex and highly active serum helps to maintain a toned, vibrant and blemish-free complexion.

RUDIS OLEUM – REPAIR FORMULA

Rudis Oleum Repair is our ultimate replenishing and rejuvenating formula – a 100% natural face serum that works to combat premature wrinkling and lines.

 

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