Beauty

Savory (Satureia Montana) is a perennial subshrub originally cultivated in Europe and North Africa and is a part of the rosemary and thyme species. This is also known as “Mountain Savory”, “Winter Savory” or “White Thyme”.  Savory or Satureja was derived from the Latin word “Satureia” or “Satyr’s herb”. This oil can make you feel … Read more

Schisandra (Schisandra chinensis) is a shrub that has a distinct woody aroma which can reach up to 25 feet in height. The red berries of this plant have a bitter, sweet, salty, sour and hot flavor. Aside from being called “five-flavored berry”, there are other names for which Schisandra is known such as “Schizandra”, “Mognolia … Read more

Spikenard (Nardostachys Jatamansi) is a flowering plant that is native to the high altitude regions (about 10,000 feet) of the Himalayan Mountains in Nepal and part of the Valerian plant family. This plant is about 3 feet in height and is adored for its pink, bell shaped flowers and one of its most distinct characteristics … Read more

Perilla or Perilla frutescens is an herb that is often mistaken for basil because of their resemblance. It is usually green or purple in color. This is also known as “Wild basil”, “Summer coleus”, “Purple mint”, “Wild red basil”, “Chinese basil”, “Rattlesnake weed”, and in Japan it is known as “Shiso”.  You can eat the … Read more

Petitgrain (Citrus aurantium) is derived from orange trees and it was used for medicinal purposes as well as ingredient for perfume, cosmetics and even food. It got its name from “petite or little grains” which refers to the small unripe green oranges that were the size of cherries. Another name for it is Petitgrain Bigarade. … Read more

Cistus Essential Oil comes from the flowering tops and leaves of Cistus ladaniferus, also known as Rock Rose, Labdanum and Rose of Sharon. It is commonly used for therapeutic purposes. It is also known for its meditative effect and healing capabilities. The flower used to extract the Cistus Essential Oil is a valuable raw material … Read more

Zedoary (Curcuma zedoaria) is a plant native to the Asian countries of India and Indonesia. In other parts of the world, it is commonly known as Kachur or White Turmeric. Through the advent of time, it spread to the terrains of Nepal and Europe as a spice. It comes from the family of rhizomes like … Read more

Walnut Oil is an oil obtained from Juglans regia or Persian walnuts, which produces nearly all of the walnuts sold as food. This oil is edible and contains no cholesterol. Compared to other culinary oils, it is generally used less because of its high price. Above 99% of Walnut Oil being sold in the U.S. … Read more

Myroxylon balsamum is a tree that is commonly found in Central and South America but most particularly among the Balsam Coast in El Salvador. This tree has a resinous component called Balsam of Peru where Peru Balsam Essential Oil is derived. Peru Balsam has a soft, sweet vanilla like yet distinct smell and has a … Read more

Lavender or lavandula angustifolia is a flowering plant known for its distinct fragrance and versatility. During the olden times, lavender was referred to as ‘spikenard’ or ‘nard’, which was derived from the Greek name “naardus” after the Syrian City of Naarda.  This was also mentioned in the Bible as one of the herbs used to … Read more