"drinking warm water benefits"

Hydration is very important for maintaining the moisture content of the skin. Drinking plenty of water each day and applying waters in the form of Hydrosol sprays or toners will help maintain the natural moisture in the complexion. Hydrosols are fragrant, therapeutic, anti microbial and carry the healing properties of the plant from which they are distilled. SOLUM&HERBE’s toners and splashes are hydrosol based and do not contain alcohol.

Note: Please enjoy the freshness and uniqueness of our Queen of Hungary’s Water. The scent will vary slightly by season and availability of the herbs however its healing powers will always be present. Herbs we use are Roses, Calendula, Lavender, Sage, Violets, Chamomile, Yarrow, Comfrey, Cleavers, Chickweed, Rosemary, English Daisy, Lemon Balm, Self Heal, Elder Flowers and Plantain.

Storage: Replace cap with Atomizer spray when using the toner. For long-term storage or shipping use the cap as the bottle with the atomizer will leak if on its side.
CREAM HERBAL CLEANSER 4 oz CREAM HERBAL CLEANSER is an extremely gentle cleanser to use morning and evening to cleanse and tone the skin. The herbs in the cleanser will support the healthy development of skin and underlying tissues. The cleanser should be applied and gently massaged into the face and neck area in a circular motion for one to two minutes. Rinse well with cool to tepid water.

CREAM HERBAL CLEANSER contains Organic Aloe, Organic Lavender & Chamomile Hydrosols, Glycerin, Organic Jojoba, Organic Almond, Organic Macadamia nut, Organic Rosehip seed oils, Organic Calophyllum inophyllum, Green Bentonite and Red Montmorillionite Clay, CO2 Extracts of Sea Buckthorn, Calendula & Gotu Kola, Rosemary extract, Vitamin E, Lecithin, Xanthum gum, Organic essential oils of Lavender, Rose Geranium, Roman Chamomile, Myrtle and Thyme linalool and Flower essences, Self Heal, Borage, Rose Bouquet.
OLYVIA FACE CREAM 2 oz OLYVIA FACIAL CREAM is formulated to help complexions that are oily and tend towards blemishes and breakouts. It is exceptionally well suited for youthful complexions that are challenged by hormonal changes and not yet mature status. The cream is also recommended when, in later years, menopausal changes in hormone levels cause a recurrence of breakouts. The Olyvia Cream can be of benefit to both youth and maturity in periods of change.

Olyvia Cream features the healing and soothing powers of Mimosa along with French medicinal grade White Kaolin Clay that helps to stabilize the production of excess oils as well as prevent and heal scarred tissue. It is supportive of immature complexions and can help stabilize the skins acid mantle, its protective layer, from over activity. The natural sun screening properties of many of the ingredients reflect or absorb the sun’s rays and protect the complexion without resorting to synthetic sunscreens.

OLYVIA CREAM contains Organic Jojoba oil, Organic Aloe vera, Organic Rosemary verbenonn hydrosol, Macadamia nut oil, Organic Sesame oil, Witch Hazel hydrosol, Organic Evening Primrose oil, Organic Calophyllum inophyllum, Organic Pomegranate oil, Organic Rosehip seed oil, wild Shea Butter, Organic Coconut oil, Organic extracts Calendula, Rose, Helichrysum, Echinacea, Beeswax, Vitamin E, White Kaolin Clay, Mimosa wax, Allantoin, Rosemary extract, Geogard Ultra, Sea buckthorn ex, Essential oils Lavender, Rosewood, Thyme, Rosemary verbenonn, Ylang ylang, Flower Essences Pretty Face, Lavender, Arnica & Roses.
ROSE FACIAL OIL ½ oz ROSE FACIAL OIL is a light and concentrated combination of oils and herbal extracts that protect and nourish the skin and the complexion. Our FACIAL OIL is designed to support the lipid balance in the cells of the face and neck area to protect against a premature ageing process.

ROSE FACIAL OIL is suitable for all complexions. A small drop will nourish the skin cells with nutrients suitable to their make up while healing and toning the tissues and underlying structure of the skin. So-called ‘oily’ complexions can also benefit from this product. Massaged into the complexion with our toners, it will have the effect of calming the sebaceous glands slowing down the production of sebum, the source of the oil. All of our oils are organic and unrefined so as to make Nature’s healing potential available to the cells.

ROSE FACIAL OIL contains Organic oils of Sesame, Jojoba, Almond, Rosehip seed, Perilla, Evening Primrose, Castor, Pomegranate, Black Cumin seed, Calophyllum inophyllum, herbal extracts of Organic Rose, Violet, Calendula, Lavender, Dandelion Heliocarrot, Vitamin E, Sea Buckthorn extract, Calendula CO2 extract, Organic and therapeutic pure Essential Oils. Essences of Pearl, Gold & Rose.
WET PINK CLAY MASQUE 2 oz CLAY MASQUES have been used throughout time to beautify, heal and re-mineralize the skin and body. Supplementation through the skin is an ancient healing and beauty practice.

PINK CLAY MASQUE (WET) is a no fuss mask that is ready to use from the jar. Pink clay of the class of the Kaolin’s will help repair skin tissues while the Bentonite clay draws out impurities and cleanses the skin. Silk amino acids supply protein to support tissue regeneration. Fragrant Rose wax both pleasantly scents and provides roseate healing. Organic Aloe and organic Sesame oil are healing and provide a degree of moisturizing so the complexion is left soft and not too dry.

Using Masques: To use the Masques put a small amount of Masque on the area of the face and neck area. Leave on about 20 minutes to half an hour. Masques can also be used as a cleanser; apply lightly, massage facial area, leave for the duration of shower or bath and rinse. Wash off with tepid, not hot water.

PINK WET CLAY MASK contains Organic Aloe, vegetable Glycerin, Organic Rose hydrosol, Organic Sesame oil, Vitamin E, pure grade French Clays of Pink Kaolin, White Kaolin and green Bentonite; Organic rosehip seed oil, Organic Calophyllum inophyllum, Rose extract, Vitamin E, Organic Lecithin, fragrant Rose wax, Silk amino acids, Xanthum gum, Flower Essences of Rose Bouquet, Self Heal, Dandelion & Rose Quartz.
LAVENDER SPLASH 2 oz LAVENDER SPLASH is a balancer of skin and complexion. LAVENDER SPLASH made with our own organically grown lavender extracted in witch hazel and bottled with organic Lavender hydrosol. The witch hazel is lightly astringent making the Splash a perfect toner and the sweet lavender extract and hydrosol are calming and soothing.

It is soothing and calming having applications similar to its essential oil and can be used for treating burns, irritations, and skin conditions like eczema. The Splash would be great for use traveling, with children in need of a calming spritz, or refreshing in hot weather. There is no alcohol it this toner.

Hydrosols, sometimes called distillates, and hydrolates, are the water portion of the distillation of plants for the production of essential oils. The distillate water, hydrosol, is the water that has carried the essential oil of the plant through the distillation process, the vehicle of extraction. At the end of the distillation process the essential oil floats on the surface of the distillate water and is separated to be used separately. These distillate waters are useful in the care of the skin and body. They are excellent for use in hydrating the complexion, for lifting a mood, refreshing us while traveling or on a hot day. Hydrosols slightly acidic properties help to preserve the complexion’s acid mantle.

LAVENDER SPLASH contains extracts of pure organic Washington State grown Lavender, witch hazel distillate and organic Lavender hydrosol, a distillate.
ROSE SPLASH 2 oz ROSE SPLASH is a toning combination of Organic Bulgarian Rose water, Witch Hazel hydrosol and fresh organic Rose extracts. Roses are known as the Queen of flowers and have been regarded throughout time as a preeminent beauty aid. Our ROSE SPLASH is excellent for use on skin of all types where it will tone and regulate the natural processes of the skin.

Hydration is very important for maintaining the moisture content of the skin. Drinking plenty of water each day and applying waters in the form of Hydrosol sprays or toners will help maintain the natural moisture in the complexion. Hydrosols are fragrant, therapeutic, anti microbial and carry the healing properties of the plant from which they are distilled. SOLUM&HERBE’s toners and splashes are hydrosol based and do not contain alcohol.

ROSE SPLASH contains organic Bulgarian Rosewater, organic rose extract, Witch Hazel hydrosol.
PINK YLANG SOAP SOLUM & HERBE Soaps are carefully formulated 100% natural 4 1/2 ounce bars.

Ylang Ylang, which means ‘flower of flowers’, is a tropical intensely floral scented flower from the tree Cananga odora also known as, the Perfume Tree. Sweet and fragrant Ylang Ylang essential oil scents this soap of vegetable oils, Pink Kaolin clay and Calendula flower petals. In Aromatherapy the scent is calming and antidepressent. In skin care it has a balancing effect on both oily and dry complexions.

Made primarily from organic vegetable oils and herbal infusions we only use pure essential oils for scent- never irritating fragrance oils. Kind to the skin these bars are formulated to moisturize and condition the body with additional high quality oils and additives. For fun and health we sometimes add organic herbs, grains, colorful clays, specialty oils and waxes to these bars that lather well and can last a good long time. Be sure and keep them out of water!

Saponified Organic oils of Coconut, Olive, Sunflower, Jojoba oil, Palm and Palm Kernel, Castor oil and wild Shea Butter with Beeswax, Calendula Petals, Pink Kaolin Clay, Essential oils Ylang Ylang, Orange and Rosalina,(a New Zealand Tea tree essential oil).
ROSEMARY VERBENONE HYDROSOL 2oz ROSEMARY VERBENONE HYDROSOL is Warming and stimulating circulation. The term Verbenone designates a chemotype of Rosemary that is particularly good for regenerative skin care. Use on devitalized skin in need of enlivening and for hair and scalp care. Use as an after-shave, for treating acne and blemishes, and for toning devitalized complexions.

Hydrosols, sometimes called distillates, and hydrolates, are the water portion of the distillation of plants for the production of essential oils. The distillate water, hydrosol, is the water that has carried the essential oil of the plant through the distillation process, the vehicle of extraction. At the end of the distillation process the essential oil floats on the surface of the distillate water and is separated to be used separately. These distillate waters are useful in the care of the skin and body. They are excellent for use in hydrating the complexion, for lifting a mood, refreshing us while traveling or on a hot day. Hydrosols slightly acidic properties help to preserve the complexion’s acid mantle.

ROSEMARY HYDROSOL contains organic Rosemary verbenone distillate.
HERBAL CLEAR SKIN 4 oz HERBAL CLEAR SKIN is a concentrated herbal toner in witch hazel hydrosol and is the base for our Queen of Hungary Water. The herbs and non-alcohol witch hazel help tone and tame red and ruddy complexions. Consisting of Roses, Calendula, Violet leaves, Rosemary, Lavender, Sage, Yarrow, Ladies Mantle, Bergamot mint, Elder flowers, Sage, Lemon Balm and Chamomile extracted into a witch hazel hydrosol, it is a soothing combination herbal extracts to ease eczema and Rosacea type skin conditions. It is effective for treating symptoms of Rosacea, spider veins and redness on the face. The witch hazel is soothing to the itching of many skin conditions and the herbs’ healing properties help keep skin flare-ups under control. Reduces redness, itching, swelling, burns and other conditions without using oil-based ointments. Contains no alcohol.

Herbal Skin Clear contains: Witch hazel hydrosol, with extracts of fresh Roses, Calendula, Violet leaves, Rosemary, Lavender, Sage, Yarrow, Ladies Mantle, Bergamot mint, Elder flowers, Sage, Lemon Balm, Chamomile, with Flower Essences Self Heal, Pretty Face, Magnolia, ecil Brunner and Apothecary Rose.
LEMON EMOLLIENT HAND & BODY CREAM 4 oz Our LEMON CREAM is especially emollient and healing due to the high percentage of Shea Butter, nearly 20%. For use all over the body it banishes dry skin and leaves the skin on hands and feet smooth and nourished. In the warm season it is excellent for "summer feet," healing and preventing the cracks that can occur on the heels when going barefoot or lightly shod. Wild grown Shea butter, a Fair Trade product, is combined with Organic carrier oils, aloe and hydrosols to produce a Body Cream that is more than 90% Organic or wild ingredients.

The essential oils May Chang (Litsea cubeba, a lemon scented essential oil high in Citral), and Lavandin help to relax muscular aches and pains and ease the nervous system. May Chang also has antiviral properties helping to ward off viral conditions in the body and ease the symptoms of colds and flu. The Cream rubbed on the feet before bed helps to ease the body into a sleep state.

EMOLLIENT LEMON BODY CREAM contains Wild grown Shea Butter from Ghana, 20%, Organic Aloe, Organic Sesame oil, Organic Jojoba oil, Organic Lavender & Rosemary hydrosols, Organic Almond oil, Witch hazel hydrosol, Organic Calophyllum inophyllum, Eco plant extracts of Calendula, Dandelion flower, Green tea & Rose; Beeswax, Essential oils of Organic Litsea Cubeba (May Chang), Organic Lavender and Organic Lavandin, Flower Essences of Dandelion, Self Heal, Rose Bouquet, Rose Quartz.
ROSE EMOLLIENT HAND & BODY CREAM 2 oz ROSE EMOLLIENT HAND & BODY CREAM uses 20% wild Shea butter and a fragrant Rose wax to deliver this wonderful scent in a truly divine body and hand cream. The scent of true Rose is one of the worlds most admired fragrances, so much so that it is often imitated synthetically. The scent from natural Roses however, is far more subtle and superior to the synthetic version in all ways. Our cream is scented with a fragrant natural Rose wax from Bulgaria that is part of the production of Rose absolute.

Roses are toning, mood lifting and soothing to the whole body and especially the heart and skin. Use Rose Cream on the feet before sleeping and your dreams will be especially sweet and easy! Roses are a tonic for the mind and body, able to soothe depression, grief and jealousy, lift the heart and ease the mind. It is used to tone and regulate the woman’s cycle, ease digestion and warm the heart.

ROSE EMOLLIENT BODY CREAM contains Wild grown Shea Butter, Organic Aloe, Organic Rose Water; Organic Sesame oil, Organic Jojoba oil, Organic Rosehip seed oil, Witch hazel, Fragrant Bulgarian Rose wax, extracts of Rose, Green tea, and Calendula; Beeswax, Vitamin E, Rose Attar, Rose Absolute, Organic Rose Geranium essential oil, Flower Essence of Rose Bouquet, Self Heal, Rose Quartz.
JASMINE BODY OIL 2 Oz JASMINE BODY OIL is composed of 100% Organic vegetable oils and the true scent of Jasmine Sambac. Jasmine, known as the King of flowers and called Pikake in Hawaii, is exotic, sensual and wonderfully sweet transporting you to an altered time and place where the air is warm and the mood is slow and easy.

JASMINE BODY OIL contains Organic Sesame oil, Organic Almond oil, Organic Safflower oil, Organic Jojoba oil, Organic Sunflower oil, Organic extracts of Organic Roses and Violet leaves with fragrant Jasmine wax, Jasmine sambac absolute, Vitamin E, Jasmine Flower Essence.
ROSEMARY BATH OIL 8 Oz ROSEMARY BATH is made from fresh Rosemary extract and pure Rosemary essential oil and is stimulating and warming. Rosemary is a plant that transforms the sun’s warmth into its leaves and flowers in the form of volatile oils. These oils warm the body producing a state of centered focus by stimulating the inner organs to optimal functioning. The use of Rosemary Bath stimulates the nervous and circulatory systems enlivening and revitalizing them. The skin benefits from the oil’s ability to refresh and stimulate the circulation. Rosemary Bath should not be used just before bed so as not to interfere with sleep.

The Therapeutic Bath, also called Balneotherapy, is the basis of many European healing spas and retreats that use plants, minerals and naturally derived scents. These dispersing bath oils will provide your skin with softening and moisturizing protection while enveloping you in pleasing and healing scents. They contain Jojoba, Aloe, and pure Organic Essential Oils.

ROSEMARY BATH contains Turkey Red (castor oil) oil, Glycerin, Organic Jojoba oil, Organic Calendula extract, Organic Sesame oil, Organic Aloe and Organic Rosemary Essential oil.
ROSE SALVE ¼ oz The scent of true ROSE is one of the worlds most admired fragrances, so much so that it is often imitated synthetically. The scent from natural Roses however, is far more subtle and superior to the synthetic version in every way. Our salve is scented with a fragrant natural wax and attars and absolutes made from the Damascena and other Rose varieties from Bulgaria and other Rose growing countries.

ROSE SALVE can be used as a lip balm, perfume and for rose Aromatherapy.

Roses are a tonic for the mind and body, able to soothe depression, grief and jealousy, lift the heart and ease the mind. It is used to tone and regulate the woman’s cycle, ease digestion and warm the heart. For a treat, massage the feet with Rose Salve before bed for the feeling of walking on Rose petals the next day.

ROSE SALVE contains Fresh Organic Rose extracts in Sesame oil, Organic Beeswax, Cocoa Butter, Vitamin E, Rosemary Extract, & Rose Attar & Rose Absolute .
DIGESTIVE BITTERS Natural Sleep Aid 2 oz DIGESTIVE BITTERS for Sleep and Good Digestion.

Our Digestive Bitters have proven themselves to be an excellent natural sleep aid when taken before going to bed. The Bitters have helped customers who have had insomnia for years and it helps improve their digestion as a side benefit. If you have problems sleeping and are longing for a good nights’ rest without the side effects of drugs we recommend a dropper, about 3ml to 5 ml, with water. The Bitters are also useful if you have eaten or drunk too much and will jump-start the digestive process making you more comfortable and helping sleep.

A modern busy life or the onset of the menopausal process can upset the metabolic system and make falling asleep at night difficult. DIGESTIVE BITTERS help encourage sleep by shifting the body from the thinking, or mind pole where wakefulness resides to the metabolic, or digestive pole, which encourages the body to give up the day and go to sleep.

Digestive Bitters come in a two-ounce dropper bottle in Brandy or a non-alcohol version in glycerin. Our Bitters are made with organic Gentian root and organic Cardamom in both brandy and vegetable glycerin or glycerin (vegetable) and distilled water. Taking a dropper full with water and a little bit to eat, one or two crackers, at bedtime can help encourage sleep and sweet dreams.
ARTEMISIA OIL (Mugwort) ARTEMISIA (MUGWORT) OIL with Angelica & Lavender Flower Essences

Artemis, the Greek goddess of the hunt, small animals and woodlands, was also the goddess of childbirth, midwives and protectress of infants and young girls. She ruled the Moon while her brother Apollo, ruled the Sun. The white under sides of the leaves of Artemisia shimmer in the moonlight thus its association with dreams and intuition as well as artistic pursuits and creativity, that which happens unseen and ‘in the dark’.

Mugwort herb has been used traditionally for protection and magic. The leaves are bitter and aromatic enhancing digestion when used in small amounts. Feminine conditions such as menstrual cramps and menopause benefit from Artemisia; although it is not to be used internally during pregnancy as its stimulating and warming properties may interfere with the pregnancy. The herb oil used topically warms and stimulates the circulation when used for massage and has traditionally been used to calm tremors.

Use with caution during pregnancy.

Artemisia Oil is made with Organic Sesame oil, Organic Jojoba oil, extract of organic Artemisia vulgaris, Vitamin E, essential oils of Lavender, Angelica, Rose Geranium & Vetiver with fragrant Rose wax, Rose Attar, Flower Essences of Angelica, Mariposa Lily & Lavender.
ENZYME MASK 2 Oz THE ENZYME MASK is a wet mask and ready to use. It is full of extracts of fruit acids that are excellent for gentle exfoliating and softening the outer layer of the complexion. Pineapple, Red Wine, Citron, Lemon, Elderberry and Peppermint extracts make this mask almost good enough to eat. A touch of fragrant Jasmine wax completes the mood of the tropical fruit experience. Gem and Flower Essences of Pearl, Jasmine and Dandelion provide subtle energies to promote a sense of well-being and the release of cellular memories.
Masques can be used as combination cleanser/mask. Apply mask to the face in a light layer, leave on for the duration of a bath or shower, massage the face and neck area and rinse. Always wash off masks or cleansers with tepid - not hot - water to avoid damaging the complexion.

The Masque contains: Organic Aloe, vegetable Glycerin, Organic Sesame oil, Organic Perilla seed oil, Red wine, Witch hazel hydrosol, wild Shea Butter, Organic Calophyllum inophyllum, extracts of Organic Citron, Pineapple, Calendula, Vitamin E, Medicinal grade Green Bentonite & Pink Kaolin clay, Papaya powder, Guava powder; Xanthan gum, CO2 extract of Calendula, Organic Lemon & Peppermint essential oils, Grapefruit seed extract, Flower essences, Jasmine, Dandelion & Pearl, Gem essence.
ROSE ELIXIR 2 Oz ON SALE NEW the 2009 production of our ROSE ELIXIR is ready.
ROSES are associated with Passion and Love and are energetically ennobling. The Rosacea family of plants is one of food, beauty and grace and includes many edible plants like berries, apples, peaches and pears.

Antique and vintage Roses are wonderfully aromatic, with an unusual yet elegant flavor. Our Elixir can be used to flavor foods and drinks or just taken neat, as a Roseate restorative. Roses are considered by herbalists to be nourishing, cooling and astringent. This Elixir is made from aromatic vintage Roses macerated in vegetable glycerin and distilled water with Rose flower essences, Rose Quartz and Gold Gem essences. A touch of organic Grape alcohol (10%) helps as a preservative. Take by mouth, flavor drinks and tea or use as a topical treatment. Use Rose Elixir in water as a compress, in a bath or to soothe inflamed skin.

Rose Elixir contains Organic Rose extracts, vegetable glycerin, distilled water and organic grape alcohol with Flower Essences of Apothecary Rose, Cecil Brunner Rose, Rosa Mundi, Koningen van Daenmark, Kazanlik Rose and Gem essences of Rose Quartz and Gold.

Rose Elixir comes in a two ounce dropper bottle.
ROOIBOS (REDBUSH TEA) SOAP Rooibos, also called Redbush Tea, is a popular drink from Africa with many healthy attributes. Our soap is a lovely brick red scented with an herbal mix of Coriander, Rosalina and Orange. Our soaps lather well and are made of 100% organic oils and pure essential oils.

SOLUM & HERBE Soaps are carefully formulated 100% natural 4 1/2 ounce bars.

Made primarily from organic vegetable oils and herbal infusions we only use pure essential oils for scent- never irritating fragrance oils. Kind to the skin these bars are formulated to moisturize and condition the body with additional high quality oils and additives. For fun and health we sometimes add organic herbs, grains, colorful clays, specialty oils and waxes to these bars that lather well and can last a good long time. Be sure to keep them out of water!
Saponified Organic oils of Sunflower, Coconut, Palm and Palm Kernel oils, Soybean oil, Sesame oil, Castor oil, Macadamia nut oil, wild Shea Butter, herbal infusions of Organic Rooibos Tea, yarrow, Essential oils of Coriander, Rosalina, & Orange.
DARJEELING TEA SOAP DARJEELING TEA SOAP the newest of our tea based soaps, see also Green Tea and Rooibos, is a delightful soap using Biodynamic Darjeeling tea from the Makaibari Tea Estate in Darjeeling, India. Teas have antioxidants and tannins that help keep the skin in good repair and give the soap a dark herbal color, naturally. The scent is refreshing and exotic from a mix of fragrant Jasmine wax and essential oils of Cypress, Orange and Coriander. The soap is made with a variety of organic vegetable oils and butters.

SOLUM & HERBE Soaps are carefully formulated 100% natural 4 1/2 ounce bars.