A look at the skincare range today will show a growing appearance of herbal skin care products. Some see it as a marketing ploy, while some view it as a passing fad. For most people, though, it has become an essential commodity. In fact, herbal products today span the range of personal care aisles - from oils to lipsticks. Herbal products may be seen as a modern remedy, but in India such products have a long tradition. From Ayurveda to grandma’s remedies - we have all heard of those little recipes and potions that could make our skin glow, give us lustrous hair and erase those pesky pimples. What are herbal skin care products? The distinguishing feature of such products is the use of herbs. To be authentic, such products must be composed wholly or in part of herbs. Since herbs alone are often not enough, the use of certain natural products like water and natural oils is also permitted. But, don’t be fooled by advertising. With the clamour for herbal products rising every day, there are a number of companies joining the fray. But a close look and you will find that the term ‘herbal product’ in many such cases is misleading. The ingredient list shows only a minor use of herbs, augmented mostly by chemicals, many of which are very harmful. So, before you pick your next herbal lotion, take time to read its ingredients.
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