BROTH PARSLEY FOR THE FACE: FROM WHAT PARTS IT CAN BE MADE, HOW TO COOK, AND WHAT IS THE USE OF A PLANT AGED IN BOILING WATER?

Independent preparation of parsley broth is an affordable, and also an easy way to diversify the routine procedures for skin care of any type. The minimum of required ingredients, the naturalness of the resulting cosmetic product and its efficiency, proven by experience of more than one generation, make parsley decoction a unique and effective helper in the fight for beauty and health of the face.

This article describes in detail the beneficial properties of parsley broth for the face and explains whether it is suitable for everyone.

Difference from infusion

Before proceeding with the detailed formulation, it is worthwhile to point out the difference between the two types of water extract from parsley - decoction and infusion. The difference lies in the extraction mode. So, for the manufacture of decoction required:

Pour the ground plant with water and heat up (preferably heated in a water bath).
Then cool at room temperature.

The heat treatment process takes longer to insist on. Obtaining an infusion, on the contrary, requires a longer cooling time and less heating (up to 15 minutes).

Composition

The use of parsley decoction in cosmetology due to the high usefulness of the skin components of the plant:

vitamin A responsible for skin rejuvenation, acne treatment;
vitamin c lightens pigmentation, prevents inflammation, smoothes wrinkles;
vitamin E returns elasticity and firmness to fading skin, slows down aging;
B vitamins have protective, antiseptic properties, regulate the work of the sebaceous glands;
vitamin k eliminates the symptoms of rosacea and rosacea, accelerates the recovery of damaged skin;
Myrcetinum protects against ultraviolet radiation;
a nicotinic acid reduces puffiness, reduces flabbiness, improves complexion;
carotene protects against the harmful effects of UV rays, acts as an antioxidant.

Also parsley includes numerous macro- and microelements (potassium, calcium, magnesium, phosphorus, iron, zinc, manganese, copper, fluorine, iodine, etc.) and essential oils.

The enriched chemical composition of parsley and its broth works on the gradual recovery and the transformation of the skin, the elimination of external defects.

Good and possible harm

The use of a plant infused with boiling water as a cosmetic is indicated for all skin types, as well as for mature, damaged or problem skin with freckles, pigmentation and signs of fatigue. The beneficial effect is most noticeable with regular use.

It makes sense to supplement the usual care broth parsley or means based on, if required:

prevent early aging or minimize the age-related changes of the skin, increase its tone;
cure acne, clean pores;
accelerate the healing of inflammation and ulcers;
eliminate pigmentation and freckles, lighten the skin;
align tone and relief;
get rid of traces of post-acne;
relieve irritation;
reduce puffiness;
moisturize and nourish the skin.

To avoid unintended consequences, parsley decoction should be used with caution in case of increased skin sensitivity, susceptibility to allergic reactions, intolerance to one or several components of the chemical composition of the plant.

Cooking methods

Broths are often prepared from the root, but you can brew and leaves with a stem, as each part of parsley is saturated with valuable substances. The addition, during or after welding, of some additional ingredients increases the beneficial effect of the finished product.

Reference! The dried parts of the plant do not lose their healing properties and are suitable for further processing.

How to cook from fresh greens?

Prepare fresh herbs: rinse and finely chop.
Two teaspoons of crushed leaves pour one glass of water.
Water with parsley bring to a boil and simmer in a water bath for about half an hour.
Remove the broth from the heat, let cool, then strain through a sieve or cheesecloth.

How to make dry or fresh roots and leaves?

Chop the greens and parsley roots thoroughly.
Pour water (two glasses of water for two tablespoons of raw materials).
Heat the mixture in a water bath for 15 minutes.
Leave to cool for an hour, filter.

The resulting decoction can be used:

for daily washes instead of running water;
in the form of a tonic, wiping the face with a moistened cotton pad (to enhance the whitening effect, decoction is mixed with lemon juice);
as an impregnation of applications that are applied to the foci of inflammation or on the entire face for 10-15 minutes;
for the manufacture of homemade masks, for example, oatmeal - for oily skin or curd - for dry.

The decoction is stored in the refrigerator in a glass container. Every two or three days you need to prepare a new portion of the funds.

Due to the powerful whitening effect, there is a risk of uneven lightening of dark skin areas, therefore, its treatment with decoction is undesirable.

For the potent healing properties of parsley are referred to medicinal plants. As in the case of any drug, the feasibility of external use of parsley broth should be discussed with your doctor in advance.

Parsley decoction has established itself as a highly effective natural product with exceptional healing properties and a wide range of effects. Due to this, more and more people make a choice in favor of this affordable folk remedy.