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Essential oils are worth using when it comes to your skincare and healthcare. Not only this, if you want to have a pleasant feeling and want to feel relaxed, you can diffuse some of the essential oils and enjoy their aroma. Let’s have a look at Cassia and its essential oil which dates to biblical times.

Cassia, also known as Chinese cinnamon (or Cassia bark), belongs to the family Lauraceae. It is an evergreen tree native to China and Burma. Botanically known as Cinnamomum cassia, it is a close relative to true cinnamon, also known as Ceylon cinnamon. The difference between Cassia and Cinnamon is that they are from two different plants. Cassia is from ‘Cinnamomum cassia’ whereas Cinnamon is from ‘Cinnamomum zeylanicum’. Cassia is one of the 50 fundamental herbs used in traditional Chinese medicine. This plant is known for its strong, spicy aroma and has a sweeter taste than that of cinnamon. It is useful in many ways from aromatic and topical use to culinary use.

What is more beneficial than using a multipurpose carrier oil which can provide you everything that you require, from cooking to taking care of your skin and hair? Babassu oil is what you need. Most of you might be unaware of this oil as compared to the other oils but it has gained popularity recently due to its myriad benefits.

Native to the northeastern part of Brazil, Babassu is a palm tree. Babassu tree is said to be the Tree of life by a lot of people as the tree is helpful in providing so much to survive. This plant is highly valuable for commercial use as it produces an edible oil known as Babassu oil. The fruit of Babassu plant is utilized in medicines, refreshments and in beauty products. In some regions, the fruit is also used to make flour and the leaves are used to make thatch for houses. Also, it can be used to make house dividers and the stems can be used for timbers. In some of the places, people harvest the Babassu nuts in large numbers because these nuts are the only source of income for them. Thus, it is a plant which can be utilized for different purposes.

Healthcare and Skincare are two most important things that we must consider along with the other vital things in our life. However, nowadays it is difficult for most of the people to keep a track of their wellbeing which leads to worse consequences. But there is good news for you guys! We are here to make your life hassle-free and healthy. All you need to do is include essential oils in your healthcare and skincare routine and explore their benefits. Spikenard is one of the best essential oils which is not only famous for its aromatic use, it also works the best for your skin and hair.

Spikenard, botanically known as Nardostachys jatamansi, belongs to the valerian family. This plant, also known as nard, nardin, and muskroot is native to the Himalayas of Nepal, China, and India. Spikenard produces small, fragile pink flowers which have a shape of a bell.