We at Lifestylextra love trying out new and natural remedies for well being and beauty purposes. We usually compile a series of topics in this category bit this time we, will talk about herbal infusion and how it benefits your life.

All about Herbal Infusions

The herbs and flowers you see around us have some kind of benefits for your health, skin and hair. If these herbs are extracted in a usable form, they benefit you to the core. You can infuse them with carrier oils like coconut oil, almond oil, sunflower oil and olive oil for added benefits. When you mix these oils with any other natural and homegrown ingredients, they mix to form a substance and, are converted into body butter, serums or creams that are effectively used to cure beauty concerns and infirmities.

Herbs and Oils

For culinary purposes, the most common herbs that are available and widely used are garlic, thyme, oregano and cilantro. They are used to make food like egg and stir-fried veggies and even to make restaurant-style soup.

Skin-friendly herbs

Various herbs are actually great for your skin. Some of them are calendula, chamomile, green tea, lavender and rose. These herbs have excellent soothing, firming and anti-aging properties.

Effective herb for hair

Some hair-friendly herbs include rosemary, hibiscus, curry leaves and Brahmi. These have excellent hair growth properties along with hair strengthening functions to make your hair smooth and shiny.

  • Catnip, garlic and peppermint are widely used to relieve muscle pain as they have anti-inflammatory properties.

All about the infusion process

  • You can use only one herb or try multiple herbs during the infusion process. It is your personal choice. There are specific herbs that work well individually whereas other herbs need a partner to function effectively.
  • Light-weight and dainty herbs can be used fresh. You can keep them in a dark place and use them anytime.
  • Thicker plants like calendula flower contain moisture which cannot be used fresh as they get spoiled faster. So, it is important to dry them in the first place and then use it for your skin and hair care purposes.

Process of Herb Infusion

Let’s jump on the first step of herb infusion. This may require a little patience from your end. Take a massive mason jar and fill it with herbs of your choice. Now add some carrier oil to it. Leave this next to a window where sunlight enters for about 4 weeks. After the time period, your oil will get ready. This process uses natural heat from the sun to consciously blend the properties of herbs and carrier oils.

So, that’s all for today and for the herb infusion process. Are you trying this method to benefit your personal care in the long run? Do let us know because we would love to hear some mind-boggling recipes from your side.