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Comfrey which is also known as bruisewort, woundwort and knitbone is a perennial herb of the Boraginaceae family. It has a black root and large leaves and small flowers which are cream or purple.  It can be found growing in Europe in damp grassy places. Comfrey has been known for many years by organic gardeners, […]

A product that can sometimes be over looked to treat acne scars is a facial serum. This potent liquid can dramatically improve your complexion so only a few drops two to three times a week is needed. Acne scars come in two varieties; pigmented and pitted scars. Pigmented scars are usually red or brown marks […]

With so many acne treatments available these days it can become difficult choosing the correct one for you. Over the counter products tend to contain harsh ingredients that can cause permanent damage to your skin later down the line. That’s why you should always choose natural remedies to treat your acne. There are a number […]

Having a decent concealer or two in your makeup collection is a pretty good idea if you have any blemishes, redness or dark patches on your skin. I personally have two favourite concealers which I use and find helpful when I have eczema and skin irritation flare ups. Concealer Reviews 1. Yves Saint Laurent Touche […]

Licorice root is the root of Glycyrrhiza glabra. It contains glycyrrhizin which is sweet syrup. The licorice plant is a legume which is part of the pea and bean family. It is native to Southern Europe and certain parts of Asia. Licorice root extract has been known for many years to have medicinal properties. To […]

Living with rosacea can be distressing; it can cause embarrassment as you may find it hard to cope with other people’s reactions towards your rosacea. If you are finding it difficult to deal with your condition then you must start to educate yourself on the symptoms of rosacea and how you can prevent or at […]

You may be surprised to know that some natural beauty treatments can actually be found among your kitchen products. There are some fabulous ingredients hiding right there in your kitchen that are ideal for using in your skin care and beauty routine. As you probably know ZENMED already uses a large number of natural products […]

You may be surprised to find out that this question that comes up for many people. It isn’t to say that you are not happy with your appearance as in genetic makeup or that you think you’re no Mona Lisa; this is simply a question of how to be better looking than you already are. […]

Grape seed oil has been well known to massage therapists for many years as a natural oil to use on the skin. Although it is not the perfect oil to use for aromatherapy massage, it is a fantastic oil because it has such amazing moisturizing benefits. This powerful oil has recently come further into the […]

Rosehip oil is extracted from the seeds of a rose bush (Rosa Moschata) which grows in the southern Andes. Its pressed seed oil contains vitamin A, C & E and retinol. It also contains essential fatty acids, which help to promote healthy skin. As rosehip oil contains vitamin A it helps with premature ageing and […]