Fresh flowers and plants to help your skin

Nature has a wonderful way of providing us with solutions to various ailments. There are a number of fresh flowers and plants that offer great health benefits for your skin. Here are some of the top choices to consider adding to your garden or even as potted plants in your home.

Chamomile

Chamomile is one of the most popular of all fresh flowers when it comes to tea. These tiny flowers have an amazing calming effect with benefits for your skin too. They help reduce inflammation and they also soothe acne, eczema and rashes.

Aloe vera

This is an excellent plant to grow indoors. It has anti-inflammatory properties and you can apply the sap from the leaves to various skin irritations and insect bites.

Sage

Fulled with antioxidants, these herbal flowers are great for tackling signs of aging, oily skin and those nasty free radicals. High in Vitamin A and calcium, you will enjoy fantastic skin regeneration. It can be used as a natural skin toner too.

Lavender

These strong-smelling fresh flowers are known for their many uses. In terms of skin care, they have anti-inflammatory properties and can also be used as an antiseptic. They can be used fresh or dried. They can also be used in creams, facial steams and added to your toner.

Calendula

Popular as a potted plant, these fresh flowers are high in carotenoids and flavonoids. Both of which are powerful antioxidants. This plant can be used to heal wounds and make fine lines less visible. Take a soothing soak in the tub with some calendula added and reap all the benefits!

Apart from the beneficial effect these fresh flowers and plants have on your skin, growing them in your home also offers mental benefits. Plants and flowers have a positive effect on our mood and they can also help encourage productivity while easing anxiety and stress.