Also known as Philippines lime. Widely found all over the country. Popularly used in the local cuisine and as a juice drink. Traditionally used as a mild bleaching agent and good source of Vitamin C. Also used to traet coughs and sore throats. Rich in Phosphorous, Calcium, Iron and Vitamin C.

The Philippines is the top producer of coconuts in the world. Coconut, some say, is the tree of life because each part of the tree has its use and benefit. Coconut is rich in Vitamin E and is processed without the use of heat to preserve all the good cholesterol, enzymes and other inert substances that help in maintaining the skins natural beauty.

Litsea Glutinosa or Indian Laurel is commonly called Lawat/Lauat in the Philippines. The pounded seeds have been known to be applied medicinally against boils. The bark has been used as demulcent and as mild astringent in diarrhea and dysentery. Lawat leaf extracts are also traditionally used in preventing hair loss, promoting hair growth and relieving itchiness and skin inflammation.

Locally known as Tawas, traditionally used as an astringent to prevent bleeding from small cuts. Popularly used as a natural deodorant in several countries in Asia and Europe. Also commonly cited as home remedy or pain reliever for canker sores.

St. Thomas Bean or the Gugo is a very large woody climber that increases microcirculation of blood in the scalp with anti-fungal and anti bacterial properties. Studies have been made concerning Gugos anti-inflammatory, antiulcer and genotoxicity properties.

Rosemary is known for its culinary use. It is also an herb known to be used as hair lotion that is effective in sustaining the hair bulbs to renew its activity. It also helps in preventing premature baldness. Studies have been made from rosemary and rosemary extracts that found it beneficial as an antioxidant, anti-inflammatory agent, and has antibacterial properties.

Carrot is known to be rich in Beta-carotene and pro-vitamin A which are vital in the maintenance of the eyes, skin and hair. Its high levels of beta-carotene provide a good supply of anti-oxidants, which aids to slow down aging. Likewise, the falcarinol and falcarindiol found in carrot are said to have anti-cancer properties.