Description
Mallow (Malva Sylvestris) is a plant of the Malvaceae family containing mucilages. These are viscous substances that cover the mucous membranes in order to protect them.
They act like natural dressings.
Mallow can be used as a steam (facial sauna) or as an infusion .
Mallow has calming, softening and anti-inflammatory properties : it soothes irritated, inflamed throats, calms dry coughs (If you are allergic in nature and during pollen season, mallow will soothe the throat), improves digestive disorders (inflammation of the mucous membranes of the stomach and intestines) and prevents urinary tract infections.
It also has a beneficial role for transit, both for constipation and diarrhea.
If you suffer from chronic constipation, its mucilages swell with water and bring moisture. In case of diarrhea, there is inflammation and the mucilage will soften and calm the inflammation
IN BEAUTY :
Mauve provides softness, protection and hydration . It is useful for irritated and sensitive skin. Its anti-radical compounds make it a very good anti-aging.
The Mallow is a symbol of sacredness and gentleness, return of affection , love. It will be very beneficial during rituals.
From these dried flowers, you can whip up a healing lotion, steam, holistic mist, or vial.
Beauty and well-being recipes:
In Infusion : Put a few mallow flowers in a container, pour boiling water and let infuse for 15 minutes.
In Decoction : put in a saucepan a spoonful of flowers covered with cold water. Heat the mixture until the water is simmering. Leave to infuse for 15 minutes and filter.
In Lotion : the night before, put a few flowers in cold water and let the mixture infuse in the fridge overnight. You can use this floral tonic the next day and even drink what is left.
In Steam : Bring a few buttons to a boil in water. Place your face on top of the steamer for a few minutes to enjoy all the benefits of the flowers entering your skin.
In face and body oil : to enjoy the benefits of mallow massage. Put a few flowers to macerate in vegetable oil.
Let the mixture sit for a few weeks.
You can use it on your face as a serum, or as a beauty ritual.
Holistic mist : in a spray bottle, mix a hydrosol (Hana Kana hydrolate) with a few mallow flowers, Himalayan salt and / or small semi-precious stones, a few drops of essential oil. Mix everything and mist your interior during a ritual, a meditation or when you feel the need by formulating your intention.
Healing vials : in a vial, mix a few mallow flowers, Himalayan salt and / or small semi-precious stones, a few drops of essential oil and write your intention on a small paper that you will slip
inside. State your intention as you close your vial and keep it with you, in your bag, in your room, etc.