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Polygodial is an active constituent of Dorrigo Pepper, Mountain Pepper,Horopito, Canelo, Paracress and Water-pepper. Furthermore, Polygodial is synthetized by Dendrodoris limbata. Chemically it is a drimane-type sesquiterpene dialdehyde of formula C15H22O2. It elicits a warm and pungent flavour. Contents Uses Cautions Interactions Other names References Uses The biological activity of polygodial has been reported in the […]

  Patchouli (Pogostemon cablin (Blanco) Benth; also patchouly or pachouli) is a species of plant from the genus Pogostemon. It is a bushy herb of the mint family, with erect stems, reaching two or three feet (about 0.75 metre) in height and bearing small, pale pink-white flowers. The plant is native to tropical regions of […]

Plumeria acutifolia is a deciduous plant species belonging to the genus Plumeria. Originally native to Mexico, Central America, Colombia and Venezuela, it has been widely cultivated in subtropical and tropical climates worldwide and is a popular garden and park plant, as well as being used in temples. Contents Uses Benefits Cautions Interactions Other names References Uses In […]

Phytantriol is an alcohol. Contents Uses Cautions Interactions Other names References Uses Phytantriol is an alcohol found in beauty products and cosmetics for a variety of uses, including as an anti-caking agent, hair conditioning agent, skin-conditioning agent and humectant (Source). It is primarily in hair care products because of its ability to reduce the breakage […]

Physalis alkekengi (bladder cherry, Chinese lantern, Japanese-lantern, strawberry groundcherry, or winter cherry; Japanese: hōzuki) is a relative of P. peruviana (Cape gooseberry), easily identifiable by the larger, bright orange to red papery covering over its fruit, which resemble paper lanterns. It is native from southernEurope east across southern Asia to Japan. Contents Uses Benefits Cautions Interactions Other names References […]

Pelargonium sidoides is a medicinal plant native to South Africa. Its common names include Umckaloabo and South African Geranium. Contents Uses Benefits Cautions Interactions Other names References Uses A 2013 Cochrane review found tentative evidence of benefit with Pelargonium sidoidesfor the symptoms of the acute bronchitis, the common cold and acute rhinosinusitis; however, the quality […]

A cyclic ketone that comes in the form of an odorless, white powder. Contents Uses Cautions Interactions Other names References Uses A fungicide and bactericide predominantly used as a preservative in cosmetics. It works by killing off and preventing the growth of microorganisms that contribute to a product’s decay. It can be found in personal care products […]

Contents Uses Benefits Cautions Interactions Other names References Uses This is made from Panthenol, and is used for it’s emollient and conditioning properties. Benefits Panthenyl Ethyl Ether is an ingredient in Pantene shampoo that plays a number of roles. Panthenyl Ethyl Ether is used to add moisture to hair and skin products and is also […]

Potassium hydroxide is an inorganic compound with the formula KOH, and is commonly called caustic potash. Contents Uses Benefits Cautions Interactions Other names References Uses There are more uses of the chemical potassium hydroxide than most people are aware. As a strong base it help neutralize acid, but it can also be used as a […]

Pancreas extract is usually obtained from the pancreas of pigs or cows. The pancreas is an organ in animals and people that makes chemicals — amylase, lipase, and protease — that are needed for proper digestion. Pancreas extract is used as medicine. Contents Uses Benefits Cautions Interactions Other names References Uses Pancreas extract is used to treat […]