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After
distillation and purification, its leaves produce an essence
that contains till 60% of eucalyptol.
Some other sorts, coming from the same kinds of leaves,
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also
produce another oil called Cajeput oil. Its
action is vivifying, antiseptic and healing. Eucalyptol improves
blood circulation.
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Grows
in humid earth with a generous sun. Also called marigold.
From June till the Autumn, it is covered with big yellow flowers.
Its oily extract is known for its disinfecting and anti-inflammatory
power. Moreover, it contains organic acid (salicylic), a natural
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was used for a long time to combat cracks, chilblains and as
protection against the sun. its softening action will be appreciated
by sensitive skins.
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Perennial
plant with flowers from June till September. In many cases,
its benevolent effects are provoked by one ingredient: azulene.
Camomile, like lime, mint or vervain, is part of the consummates,
as the best known are so because of their many benefits. This essence was used to whiten the hands in the countries
where there
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are many white birches.
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