NALI Natural also likes to educate the public on natural and holistic healing information. Listed below are some resources for some of our products.
REFERENCE SOURCES
SOURCE: WWW.SCHOOLOFNATURALSKINCARE.COM
References:
Oomah, D. et al., 2000. Characteristics of raspberry (Rubus idaeus L.) seed oil. Sourced from: http://mail.lotioncrafter.com/reference/oomah.pdf
http://www.cosmeticsdesign.com/Formulation-Science/Fruit-oil-trend-down-to-berry-good-SPF-and-moisturising-properties
http://www.medicinenet.com/script/main/art.asp?articlekey=99544

RED RASPBERRY SEED OIL
* Absorbs UV-B and UV-C so useful as a broad spectrum sunscreen*
• Anti-inflammatory due to high content of alpha linolenic acid (the highest in any fruit seed oil) and phytosterols therefore helpful for eczema and psoriasis.
• Anti-aging benefits due to content of ellegic acid (an antioxidant). This study show that elegiac acid “reduced the destruction of collagen and inflammatory response, both major causes of wrinkles.” It also protects against ultra violet damage.
• Very high in Vitamin E – an antioxidant. Antioxidants in skin care are important to prevent oxidative damage which can lead to premature skin aging and skin cancer
• Very high levels of phytosterols that can help reduce trans epidermal water loss,

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• Phytosterols also help to repair skin damaged by environmental factors including sun damage.
SUNSCREEN
Raspberry seed oil makes a nice addition to sunscreen products, due to its reported sunscreen qualities, along with its anti-inflammatory, antioxidant and hydrating benefits. It is also a popular addition to anti-aging products.

MANGO BUTTER
SOURCE: WWW.MANGO-BUTTER.COM
Mango butter is extracted from the kernels of the mango, which grows in the tropical climates of the world. Mango butter is a soft butter that has a sweet smell that is commonly used in soap making, skin care, and hair care products. Mango butter is similar to shea and cocoa butters in consistency but differs in fatty acid content.

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Mango butter is rich antioxidants, vitamin A and E. Mango butter is a sweet smelling soft butter extracted from kernels of the mango. Mango butter contains natural emollient qualities that help keep the skin moisturized, therefore when applied to the scalp it restores and maintains the moisture. It also promotes cell regeneration.

Mango butter possesses similar qualities to cocoa butter and Shea butter in the way of consistency and benefits, however it contains higher levels of fatty acid making it a more intensive moisturizer.

Mango butter contains high levels of antioxidants and beneficial vitamins A, C, and E.

CEDARWOOD

SOURCE: https://draxe.com/cedarwood-essential-oil/ (partial list)
Some of the most common benefits of cedarwood essential oil include:

• Improves focus and wisdom.
• Has anti-inflammatory agents.
• Reduces skin irritations.
• Relives spasms.
• Cures fungal infections.

LEMONGRASS

SOURCE: https://www.organicfacts.net/...benefits/.../health-benefits-of-lemongrass-essential-oil.htm...

The health benefits of Lemongrass Essential Oil can be attributed to its many beneficial properties as an analgesic, antidepressant, antimicrobial, antipyretic, antiseptic, astringent, bactericidal, carminative, deodorant, diuretic, febrifuge, fungicidal, galactogogue, insecticidal, nervine, sedative and tonic.

YLANG YLANG

SOURCE: articles.mercola.com/herbal-oils/ylang-ylang-oil.aspx

• Antidepressant for nervous breakdowns, acute depression, anxiety, sadness and chronic stress.
• Antiseptic to speed up the healing of wounds and infections and to avoid sepsis and tetanus.
• Maintains skin’s moisture, helps clear and heal acne
• Antimicrobial properties that can help reduce skin irritation and redness.
• Hypotensive to promote healthy blood pressure levels. Ylang ylang oil helps relax the body and soul and may be helpful for people suffering from insomnia, fatigue and frigidity.

This essential oil has been proven to help regulate the production of sebum, an oily substance secreted by the sebaceous glands, to protect skin from drying out.

ROSE OIL - Also called Rose Ablution

SOURCE: https://www.organicfacts.net/health-benefits/...oils/health-benefits-of-rose-essential-oil.ht...

Benefits of Rose Essential Oil
An antidepressant, antiphlogistic, antiseptic, antispasmodic, antiviral, aphrodisiac, astringent, bactericidal, cholagogue, cicatrisant, depurative, emenagogue, hemostatic, hepatic, laxative, nervine, stomachic and uterine substance.

As German scientists explained in a 2010 article, one of the most intriguing aspects of rose essential oil is that, “For substances applied in rose oil, a clear relationship between their lipophilic character, chemical structure, and skin permeation could be confirmed.” Essentially, what this means is that when rose is added to your

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beauty and skin products, it opens up your skin to absorb more of the chemicals and nutrients.

Rose Oil for Skin Health
There are many qualities of rose essential oil that make it beneficial for skin. The antimicrobial and aromatherapy benefits alone are good reason to put a few drops in your DIY lotions and creams.
In 2010, Chinese researchers published a study uncovering that rose oil exhibited one of the strongest bactericidal activities compared to 10 other oils. They also discovered that just after five minutes of a 0.25 percent dilution, Propionibacterium acnes (the bacteria responsible for acne) was completely destroyed!