Tuesday, April 16, 2019

5 Houseplants That Can Solve Dry Skin Issues

Stop spending hundreds of dollars on skin serums, lotions, and creams—as it turns out, your houseplants can naturally soothe dry skin. A new study looked into the health benefits of houseplants and found that certain plants can offset the drying effects of central heating and temperature changes.

Houseplants like ivy and peace lilies have high transpiration rates: This means they lose water through their leaves, therefore increasing the moisture in the air. So, if you're stuck in an office with air conditioning, office plants will balance moisture in the air and naturally nourish dry skin. All you have to do is keep up with watering!

Spider Plant

 Hanging spider plant near window

Spider plants not only add skin-moisturizing humidity to the air, but their bold and variegated foliage makes a statement in any room. Not to mention, you can replant the pups to multiply your spider plant collection.

English Ivy

 potted english ivy on shelf in home 

Ivy plants LOVE sunlight—they thrive in bright, indirect light. Without it, they'll start to get leggy. So do yourself a favor and hang out next to your English Ivy for better skin and some vitamin D.

Peace Lily

 Peace Lily Spathiphyllum wallisii 'Domino'

The stunning white flowers and shiny, green foliage of peace lilies make them an eye-catching houseplant. These houseplants do best in bright, indirect light but can still grow in low-light conditions (you may just get fewer blooms). The RHS study found that peace lilies and Hedera varieties were the top houseplants for victims of dry skin.

Areca Palm

large indoor palm tree in basket

Since areca palm is a high-moisture plant, it provides plenty of humidity to the air around it. Be sure to keep the feathery fronded tree consistently moist in warmer months—palms thrive in humid conditions, after all.

Rubber Plant

Rubber tree Ficus elastica

Rubber plant is actually a type of ficus, so it's in the same family as fiddle-leaf figs. These houseplants have stiff, elliptical leaves that come in green, burgundy, and variegated pastels. Your skin is guaranteed to feel softer and more nourished with a rubber plant around.


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Tuesday, October 27, 2015

Health Benefits of House Plants

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Besides being good for your lungs, house plants offer numerous benefits to nearly every organ in your body, offering a wealth of health benefits, both on a physiological and psychological level. Here's what you stand to gain from greening up your home:
1. Increased happiness
Studies have shown that the presence of plants reduces stress, anxiety and enhances feelings of calm - encouraging an improvement in mood and self esteem, as well as increased feelings of optimism and control. They also have the ability to ease depression and promote an overall sense of well-being.
2. Lower blood pressure
Research has also discovered that patients in hospitals with plants in their room had lower blood pressure and healthier heart rates than those whose rooms did not contain plants.

 3. Faster recovery from illness
It was also discovered that patients in hospital rooms with plants recovered faster, and on average, tended to be released from the hospital earlier.
4. Counteracts cigarette smoke
Besides having the ability to purify the air, plants can also remove the pollutants contained in cigarette smoke. In this regard, the Peace Lily is, in particular, an excellent choice in reducing the effects of cigarette smoke in the house.
5. Humidifies the air
Plants breathe moisture into the air, making them natural humidifiers. This helpful trait prevents dryness of the skin, throat, nose and lips - which can help ward off cold and flu symptoms.
 6. Improved sleep
By giving off oxygen and absorbing carbon dioxide, plants can help promote deep sleep. The Gerbera Daisy is an excellent oxygen producer and will make for a great addition to your bedroom.
7. Improved mental health
When combating feelings of depression or loneliness, caring for something living is a great way to alleviate the symptoms, and plants are a great alternative to pets. Plants also contribute to a feeling of well-being , making you calmer and optimistic.
 8. Sharper focus and mental activity
Due to the increased oxygen in the air you breathe, plants help improve concentration and memory. They also heighten your attention and improve your creativity.
9. Treatment of ailments
Plants are a great first aid for a variety of ailments, and can be used in a number of ways. Aloe Vera, for example, is a great first aid for burns . While Comfrey and Arnica can help with bruises and sprains. Calendula heals wounds and soothes skin, while Chamomile is perfect for an upset stomach.
10. Prevention of allergies
For a custom, natural, allergy shot, exposing children to allergens, such as plants, early in life can help them build a tolerance and a stronger immunity to the allergen.
 

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