Anise The aromatic seeds have mildly antibacterial properties and can be used to freshen the breath. The essential oil can be used in massages – but don’t use it if you have a rash.
Banana is rich in Vitamin A and potassium. The mashed pulp is very gentle when used on the skin, making good refining and cleansing face masks.
Chives have a high sulphur and iron content, so the juice makes an excellent skin tonic and cleanser when dabbed on to the skin.
Clove oil’s antiseptic qualities make it a valuable ingredient in toothpastes. Use it as a mouthwash and in other oral hygiene preparations.
Coconut Blended with other ingredients, coconut makes a nourishing pre-wash hair-conditioning treatment. It may also be used as an intensive skin moisturiser.
Kelp is rich in vitamins and minerals, so it is a useful ingredient in facemasks and bodycare treatments for skin problems. Use dried or powdered.
Macadamia A thick-textured oil that can be used in small quantities in homemade cosmetics, it is a natural skin soother. Use on its own on dry or chapped skin or mix it with a fragrant oil for hair gloss.
Melon rich in vitamins B and C, melon flesh is useful in homemade recipes for cooling facemasks and nourishing skin treatments.
Parsley tea makes an excellent mouthwash and anti-freckle lotion. Pulp it in a food processor to add to tonics, toners and skin cleansers.
Potato Mashed and cooled, it can be used as an intensive moisturising treatment and facial mask that is particularly suitable for dry complexions. It may also be used to soothe swollen eyelids and sunburn.
Sesame In oil form, sesame can be used in a variety of nourishing skin treatments. As it is very light-textured and light, it has excellent lubricating qualities and makes a good base oil for massage.
Strawberry Being mildly astringent, strawberries are a refreshing natural cosmetic for cleansing and toning the skin. Fresh strawberries contain an acid that whitens teeth.
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