5 health benefits of Camwood (Sandalwood/Osun) you didn't know

5 health benefits of Camwood (Sandalwood/Osun) you didn't know

This herb is known for its skin rejuvenating abilities, but it can also do much more.
   
   
   
       
       
           
               
                   

This herb is known for its skin rejuvenating abilities, but it can also do much more.

               
           
               
                   

Camwood has a cleansing power works on both face and the whole body, a natural herb for healthy skin.

               
           
               
                   

Camwood is also known as African Sandalwood or Osun in yoruba. It is a shrubby, leguminous, hard-wooded tree from Central West Africa. Camwood powder is a red powder that comes from the Camwood tree. Essential Oil gotten from Camwood has lots of minerals, vitamins, cicatrizing, astringent, antispasmodic, emollient, anti-aging, antiseptic, antibacterial, anti-inflammatory ingredients, helping the skin and hair in various ways.

               
           
               
                   

Here are some of its health benefits.

               
           
               
                   

Heals sunburns and acne

               
           
               
                   

Camwood Powder can help undo damages to the skin caused by the sun. It is a natural beauty ingredient for treating sunburns. Also, teenagers dealing with pimples, acne, and eczema will find Camwood Powder a great help when added to their skincare routine.

               
           
               
                   

Bleaching abilities

               
           
               
                   

Mixed with raw black soap, tumeric and honey, Camwood will lighten the skin. It helps to keep the skin toned and if escalated, can even bleach the skin.

               
           
               
                   

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Anti-aging properties

               
           
               
                   

Camwood is loaded with anti-aging, detoxifying and wrinkle reducing properties. If you want to remove or reduce the signs, then it is a good cosmetic. When mixed with almond oil and coconut oil, will tighten your skin. Mix with many homemade beauty products like face Masks, scrubs, and natural face moisturizers for wonderful results.

               
           
               
                   

Soothes the skin

               
           
               
                   

Camwood Powder is also loaded with natural skin soothing properties and qualities that enhance skin beautifully. A must in natural beauty recipes. It will help you remove your dead, dull skin, exposing the glowing, beautiful inner skin naturally.

               
           
               
                   

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Anti-inflammatory properties

               
           
               
                   

Camwood Powder contains powerful antioxidants and is also an anti-inflammatory agent that helps to improve blood circulation to your face, remove toxins and fight the formation of wrinkle-causing free radicals. It can also be used to treat insect bites and swelling.

Source: 5 health benefits of Camwood (Sandalwood/Osun) you didn't know

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