Herbs have been used as beauty aid from the ancient time. Ancient women used to grind leaves and seeds to make cosmetics for their hair, face and all of the body. Herbs provide natural flawless treatment which is chemical and preservative free.

That is why modern people have understood the necessity of herbal beauty aid. Various herbs are being used nowadays for beauty purpose.

Aloe Vera is one of the natural beauty products that suit almost all types of skin. Aloe Vera gel has soothing properties. It helps to soothes acne, pimple or any type of skin rashes and infection.

You can mix honey and kelp with aloe vera gel to make natural face wash.  You can apply aloe vera gel on your scalp too to stop hair fall.

Cucumber is another natural product that helps to remove most of the skin problems. Grate cucumber and extract the juice. If you have oily skin and problems related to it then use chilled cucumber juice to clean the face. It also helps to maintain the tightness of the skin.

You can make an ideal face mask with cucumber juice, carrot juice and lentil paste. If your skin has got sun burn, then use the mixture of cucumber juice and lemon juice in 1:1 ratio. It also helps to remove extra oil from the skin.

Many types of seaweed are used in skin treatment. They draw out impurities from skin and clean the skin naturally. The minerals and vitamins present in seaweed helps to nourish hair and skin. That is why various seaweeds are used in different face masks, creams, shampoos, mineral bath and face wash.

Primrose is another plant that is used to get healthy hair and radiant skin. Because of its anti-irritant and anti- inflammatory properties it is used in moisturizers and body care lotions. Saffron along with milk is used for getting glowing and radiant skin. It also helps to remove skin burn.

Chamomile is used basically in skin remedies and eye treatment and hair care. It is used to remove acne and other skin rashes. Basil has an antiseptic quality and is effective to remove scars and black spots. Neem has various qualities.

It is used as skin cleanser, body odor remover, cures acne, psoriasis and eczema and stops dandruff. Other effective skin care herbs are turmeric, sandalwood, rosemary, fenugreek and the list goes on.