Rosemary (Scientific name Salvia Rosmarinus) is a perennial herb naturally occurring in the Mediterranean region and parts of Asia. It is characterised by the fragrant needle-like evergreen leaves and pink, white, purple or blue flowers. Due to its distinct fragrance- Rosemary is a widely used ingredient in both the culinary …
Every person has at least seen a bottle of Rose Water somewhere in a mall or a shop. It is pretty popular among people who are looking for more natural ways to enhance the glow of their skin and reduce acne. Rose petal powder is created through a process of …
Sandalwoods tree comes from the family of Santalum. The woods of sandalwood are yellow in colour and are heavy. Unlike most aromatic woods, sandalwood retains their scent for many years. Sandalwood oil and sandalwood powder are extracted from the sandalwood tree. This tree can be found in several parts of …
Shea butter is extracted from a nut from the African shea tree. When in its raw form its colour is ivory whereas the most processed version of shea butter could be white. Shea butter is used in several African cuisines. It is often used as a substitute for cocoa butter. …
Strawberry is one of the most recognized flavors in the world, especially when chocolates and ice creams are considered. But few know the special properties that strawberries can have on your skin. Recent scientific developments have allowed physicians and pharmacists to deduce the organic properties of strawberry powder on a …
Turmeric powder derives from a flowering plant called Turmeric. This plant is found in the Indian subcontinent and other Southeast Asian countries. The organic turmeric plant is mostly used in making Ayurvedic medicine. Turmeric powder is the most effective supplement for getting all the nutrients that your body needs. Several …
Rice powder is made from milling the rice finely. It is different from rice starch which is produced in lye by steeping the rice. Rice flour has been commonly used as a substitute for flour made from wheat. It has been used as an agent for thickening in various recipes. …
Pomegranate fruit is among the healthiest fruits on this planet. It is also known as a superfood. There are various health benefits of pomegranate, whether it is in the form of juice or powder. Pomegranates are rich in antioxidants. It also has properties such as antitumor and antiviral. Pomegranate extract …
Orange peel powder can be obtained by grinding orange peel after it has hardened. Making orange peel powder is easy. It is a natural herb and a natural ingredient just like papaya. Orange peel has a high concentration of vitamins and minerals that benefit your skin. Orange peel powder has …
The moringa plant is also known as ‘drumstick tree’, ‘tree of life’ or ‘miracle tree’. This particular plant is found both in Nepal as well as India. Due to its various benefits which have been proved by scientific analysis, it has been given a lot of different names. Moringa Powder …
Mint leaf powder is used by most individuals in the form of spearmint or peppermint flavored chewing gums and chocolates. However, one cannot downplay the benefits it provides to an individual’s body. Mint comes in many shapes and sizes, with each variant getting a commonly used name or etymologies like …
Lemongrass (Cymbopogon citratus) is a prevalent ingredient used in South-East Asian cuisine. Belonging to the grass family, the flower stalks and bulbs of these plants are used in flavouring food and is also used in the production of commercially marketed lemongrass teas and lemongrass powder. The essential oils in Lemongrass, …