27th January 2014
Escape the ravages of winter with Amphora Aromatics Borage Oil Cream
First used by the Romans Borage oil's skin healing properties are widely recognised
For tired and damaged skin suffering from the ravages of wind and rain, try Amphora Aromatics Borage Oil Cream.
Gently soothing, Amphora Aromatics Borage Oil cream is developed with essential oils and herbal extracts to refresh and rejuvenate dry and flaky skin. Helping to keep skin moisturised and silky-smooth during the colder months, the cream also contains Lavender and Chamomile essential oils to enhance its soothing properties.
Known as one of nature's best ways to help dry and flaky skin, Borage Oil contains a higher amount of Gamma Linolenic Acid (GLA) than any other natural product - restoring moisture and smoothness to dry and damaged skin. Borage oil has also been found to provide relief to sufferers of eczema and atopic dermatitis.
Explains Pete Carroll, founder of Amphora Aromatics, "Borage,also called 'Starflower', is an annual herb, native to the Mediterranean region. Borage oil is cultivated from its seeds and traditionally Borage leaves were used for culinary and medicinal purposes. In Iran people make tea to relieve cold, flu, bronchitis, rheumatoid arthritis and kidney inflammation.
"Our Borage Oil cream is easy-to-use and perfect for applying both before and after time spent outdoors. Its moisturising properties will help refresh and restore skin."
Borage Oil Cream costs £4.80 for 60ml and is just one of a range of creams, gels, balms and bodycare products from Amphora Aromatics based on traditional formulations that stretch back for centuries. For more information and to place an order visit www.amphora-retail.com
To receive samples of Amphora's Borage Oil Cream for review, contact Carole Pendle at carole@pendlepr.com
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Borage Oil - Fascinating Facts
Borage Oil is a little known secret for keeping your skin healthy. It is a natural oil that not only restores moisture and smoothness to dry and damaged skin, but can also provide relief to people who suffer from chronic skin disorders such as eczema and atopic dermatitis.
What is Borage Oil?
Borage, (borago officinalis) is a wildflower commonly called the "starflower".
It is a relatively large plant with star shaped bright blue flowers and is found wild in almost all parts of the world.
It is a well known herb that has been recognized and used for over 1500 years.
The Roman historian, Pliny, writes of the virtues of borage,
In the middle ages, borage leaves were commonly brewed into a medicinal tea
Borage Oil in your Diet and on your Skin
Several recent studies indicate that borage oil taken orally increases PG1 levels in the skin and suppresses chronic inflammation.
Not only is borage oil excellent for your skin when taken internally, but there is also evidence showing that, when applied topically to your skin, borage oil has the same positive effects on clearing up various skin disorders
Research shows that cream containing borage oil is superior in restoring moisture and smoothness to both the dry skin as well as the surfactant damaged skin.
There is ample evidence from research on both humans and animals showing that borage oil has a significant effect on improving the health and appearance of skin tissue.
For everyday use, borage oil has been shown to be very effective in treating the redness, inflammation, and moisture loss associated with dry skin.
Babies and Borage Oil
Further studies suggest that suffering babies suffering from severe infantile seborrhoic dermatitis, a common condition known as "cradle cap" can benefit from the application of topical borage oil.
About Amphora Aromatics
Starting life in Bristol in the backroom of a small shop in 1984, Amphora Aromatics Ltd is now one of the UK's largest suppliers of essential oils and aromatherapy products. The company's philosophy of creating high quality products at the best possible price has also led to its expansion as an international supplier - exporting worldwide to 92 countries.
Combining traditional formulas with exotic herbs, spices, perfumes and oils inspired by the souks and markets of near eastern countries, Amphora Aromatics is one of aromatherapy's best kept secrets. Providing specific beauty or well being solutions, the extensive range of creams, gels, balms and bodycare products are packed in an uncomplicated, apothecary style at very competitive prices.
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