Common name : Indian gooseberry

Latin Name : Emblica officinalis

Part : Fruit 

Country : India

Quantity : 114g or 454g (1Lb)

Properties : She facilitates coloring hair for dark shades  : it allows better adhesion of coloring powders, such as indigo, to the hair. In the form of a mask, she prevents hair loss, brightens the complexion and purifies the skin. She is useful in toothpastes (tones teeth, cleans the mouth and soothes the gums which bleed).

Powder toothpaste recipe (about 50ml)

• Gum arabic        12 g
• Bentonite clay 10 g
• Licorice powder: 4 g
• Amla powder              2 g
• Essential oil of your choice, peppermint, wintergreen, clove, tea tree or natural flavor (melon, grape, banana), 2 to 5 drops

Variants:

* Add coconut butter to create a compact dough 

* Use calcium-magnesium powder instead of bentonite clay for a clearer, mineralizing toothpaste.

1. Transfer all the ingredients in a mortar or bowl.
2. Mix using a pestle or fork to obtain a powder.    homogeneous. You can also pass the powder through a sieve.
3. Transfer the preparation to a jar in amber glass.

Caution : External use only (cosmetics, ointments, poultices)

Uses of vegetable powders: With few exceptions, plant powders are not soluble in water, although several molecules they contain are. For best results, it is best to extract these molecules in water, alcohol, or even oil (some molecules are fat-soluble). For more information, Les Âmes Fleurs school offers an introductory workshop and an à la carte course on the manufacture of therapeutic products.

We advise you to consult a healthcare professional before using medicinal plants, especially if you are pregnant, breastfeeding or taking medication.

The information on this website has not been evaluated by Health Canada and does not replace the advice of a healthcare professional. It is included for informational purposes only.