they grow in many places and few people realize what beneficial effects they can bring in everyday body care. In early spring, they can be recognized by their numerous yellow flowers, which are not only easy to grow, but also look beautiful. It turns out that the flower infusion can be used as a tonic for washing the face. How to prepare it and what effect will it bring?
Often underestimated, yet they grow among us. Forsythia flowers have a number of positive properties
Few people know that they contain many bioactive compounds beneficial for health. They have anti-inflammatory, antiviral and antibacterial properties. They have a lot of vitamin C and rutin, which strengthen blood vessels and prevent the appearance of “spider veins” on the skin. Delicate flowers also help to reduce the visibility of swelling and edema.
Forsythia flower extract has long been used in cosmetics. It can be found in store tonics and creams. Regular use on the skin will make the skin look young (reduces the visibility of wrinkles), and it will age much slower. Nothing stands in the way of preparing a beneficial product at home. How to do it?
Brew the petals and wait for them to cool. Use on the face as a cleansing tonic
If you want to use forsythia flowers to prepare a care infusion, remember to collect only those that grow fully naturally. The vicinity of highways and the presence of cars have a negative effect on them – they are polluted with exhaust fumes, so it is worth looking for flowers that grow away from people. The best time to pick forsythia is April and May when the flowers are fresh. However, nothing prevents you from drying them and using them later. How to prepare the tonic?
- Pour a handful of fresh or dried flowers with two cups of boiling water, cover the dish with a saucer and wait about 40 minutes.
- Strain the decoction and use as a face tonic.
Remember to perform an allergy test on a small patch of skin before using forsythia infusion on your face. If you suffer from allergies and flowers are not good for you, it will help you avoid skin problems later on.
Source: Gazeta
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