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Contents Uses Benefits References Uses C10-18 triglycerides are used in cosmetic formulations including concealer, powder, sunscreen, and eye cream. Benefits C10-18 triglycerides are said to act as emollients, skin conditioning agents, and solvents. It is responsible for giving cosmetic formulations their water binding and thickening abilities. References Source: https://www.truthinaging.com/ingredients/c10-18-triglycerides

Butylparaben is an organic compound that has proven to be a highly successful antimicrobial preservative in cosmetics.   Source: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Butylparaben

Contents Uses Benefits Cautions Interactions Other Names References Uses The leaf, root, and bulb of the butterbur herb are used to make medicine to treat pain, upset stomach, stomach ulcers, migraines, cough, chills, anxiety, fever, insomnia, asthma, irritable bladder, appetite stimulation, wound healing, and more. Benefits Butterbur is said to be “possible effective” in treating: […]

Contents Uses Benefits Cautions References Uses Butter oil is used in many ways including as a dietary supplement as well as a topical skin care product. Benefits Butter oil is said to have the following beneficial properties: Vitamins A, D, E, lecithin, and selenium contribute to heart health Anti-aging Vitamin K2 improves appearance of skin, […]

Contents Uses Benefits Cautions Interactions Other Names References Uses Butcher’s broom root is used to make medicine treating conditions including hemorrhoids, gallstones, atherosclerosis, symptoms of poor blood circulation, swelling, and bone fractures. Benefits Butcher’s broom is said to cause blood vessels to constrict and narrow. This may improve blood circulation in the legs by preventing blood from pooling […]

Contents Uses Benefits Cautions Interactions Other Names References Uses Bupleurum root is used medicinally to treat conditions including the flu, cold, bronchitis, pneumonia, fever, cough, indigestion, diarrhea, constipation, PMS, fatigue, headache, tinnitus, insomnia, depression, liver disorders, loss of appetite, cancer, malaria, chest pain, epilepsy, pain, asthma, and more. Benefits Bupleurum root is said to stimulate the […]

Contents Uses Benefits Other Names References Uses Guaiacwood oil is used in pharmaceutics to treat rheumatism, rheumatoid arthritis, gout, fluid retention, and decongestant. It is also used in the perfume industry. Benefits Guaiacwood oil is said to have the following beneficial properties: anti-anxiety anti-inflammatory anti-oxidant anti-rheumatic anti-septic calming CNS tonic Cooling Diuretic Lymph decongest Lymphatic support Other […]

Contents Uses Benefits Cautions References Uses Buckwheat honey is used to treat a variety of health conditions, most notably used as a cough suppressant for children under the age of 6. Benefits Buckwheat honey is said to have the following beneficial properties: sweet, spicy-malt flavor contains vitamins and minerals contains antioxidants (polyphenol) minor source of […]

Contents Uses Benefits Cautions Other names References Uses Bromus secalinus known as rye brome is a grass used in homeopathic anti-allergy pills. Benefits The pollen of bromus secalinus is extracted and used to help treat allergy symptoms by inducing the body’s anti-allergy systems. Cautions Stop and consult a doctor if allergy symptoms don’t improve in […]

Bromine is a chemical element with the symbol Br that is used in a variety of industrial applications including pharmaceuticals.