South African Honeybush
South African Honeybush
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Pure South African Honeybush
Honeybush, or Cyclopia spp., is a shrub that grows in the Eastern and Western Cape regions of South Africa.
It’s closely related to rooibos , as both plants belong to the Fabaceae family.
That said, honeybush tea isn’t just another sweet-tasting tea. It’s also caffeine-free, nutritious, and contains very small amounts of a variety of minerals, including calcium, iron, and zinc, as well as beneficial plant compounds that have antioxidant activity.
- Rich in antioxidants
- May have antidiabetic properties
- May improve bone health
- May have cancer-fighting properties
- May boost skin health
Other potential benefits
Honeybush tea may provide additional health benefits, including:
- Anti-obesity potential. Antioxidants in honeybush tea may inhibit fat accumulation in young fat cells. It may also lower the fat content in mature fat cells by stimulating fat breakdown.
- Relief of menopausal symptoms. The tea’s isoflavone content, some of which is considered phytoestrogens — compounds that mimic the effect of the female hormone estrogen in the body, may help alleviate menopausal symptoms.
- Immune system support. Test-tube studies suggest that mangiferin may enhance macrophage activity — a type of white blood cell that sweeps up and digests foreign bodies.
- Alleviated respiratory symptoms. Honeybush tea has traditionally been used as a tonic for colds, influenza, mucus buildup, and pulmonic tuberculosis due to its expectorant potential.
Materials/Ingredients
Materials/Ingredients
Please refer to each individual product description for its materials and or ingredient information.
Medical Disclaimer
While all teas hold a myriad of benefits, and all information we share about herbs is true, we ask that you don't rely on the benefit for the treatment of any ailment before consulting your physician. All information regarding health and wellness is provided purely for informational purposes and should not be considered medical advice.
This website and/or Page contains general information about traditional uses of herbal teas. The information is not advice, and should not be treated as such. You must not rely on the information on this website as an alternative to medical advice from your doctor or other professional healthcare provider. If you have any specific questions about any medical matter you should consult your doctor or other professional healthcare worker.
The information given on this website and/or Page is designed to give educational information on the possible medicinal health benefits of various teas. The information is not a claim for cure or mitigation of disease, but rather an informational approach, supplying nutritional needs that otherwise may be lacking in today’s lifestyle.
Results may vary from person to person. For maximum health benefits, our teas should be consumed in conjunction with a balanced diet and exercise routine. Our teas are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease, nor as a substitute for any treatment or surgery that may have been prescribed by your physician.
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How to use
How to use
Depending on what the item is, there are detailed instructions for usage below.
Because our products are made with organic ingredients, they do not have as long a shelf life as commercially made, mass produced products. Below, find the proper use and storage suggestions for each type of product.
Bath Salts
If you want a truly luxurious soak, add bath salts the next time you run a bath. Leave the bath salts as they are. Store the bath salts in an airtight container and use them whenever your skin feels a little dry. You may need to shake or mix the salt if it has been sitting for some time as our blends are free from anti-clumping chemicals. Use within 1 year.
Put the plug in your bathtub and run hot water. Fill the tub halfway with water that's as hot as you like it and pour in about 1/2 cup (120 g) of prepared bath salts. For a stronger concentration, you can add more bath salts. For a therapy bath, consider using 1 to 2 cups (240 to 480 g) of salts. The high levels of magnesium in the salts can reduce muscle ache.
Use your hands to swirl the water in the tub so the salts dissolve. Fine-grained bath salts will dissolve faster than coarse-grained bath salts. Turn the hot water back on and fill the tub as high as you like. Dip your hands in the water to check the temperature. The water should be as comfortably hot as you can make it.
Body Butter
Body butter is a skin moisturizer that typically contains a solid vegetable based butter and a liquid vegetable-based oil. It's thicker than lotions and is extra effective at rejuvenating dry skin, whether used all over or only on problem patches, such as elbows and knees. The best time to apply body butter is just after your daily shower to lock in moisture and keep your skin hydrated all day.
Use within 2 years.
Take your daily shower or bath as usual. After you've finished, pat your body dry with a clean towel. Do not rub or dry yourself completely; leave a little moisture on your skin.
Apply a dollop of body butter directly to your skin -- don't use too much or your skin could get greasy. Rub it in gently, using firm, broad strokes, until the body butter is fully absorbed.
Pay particular attention to your feet, hands, elbows and knees, regions that tend to get particularly dry or calloused. Apply a second layer of body butter on these problem areas for the best results.
Apply body butter just before bedtime to help soften the skin on your hands and feet. Apply a layer of body butter, then cover up with cotton socks or gloves.
Lip and Body Scrubs
Scrubs are used as a form of mechanical exfoliation. They contain small, grainy particles that, when rubbed onto your skin remove dead skin cells and dry flaky bits. In turn, this leaves your skin soft and smooth, as opposed to rough, chapped lips. Incorporating lip scrub into your skincare routine is beneficial in many ways, but it is only effective when used correctly.
Use within 1 year.
Wet your lips/skin.
Scoop some lip scrub out of its container using your finger. Ensure your finger is clean so you don't contaminate the scrub. The amount you apply depends on how rough or flaky your lips are. Flakier lips call for a liberal amount of lip scrub, whereas relatively smooth lips require only a small amount of lip scrub to do the job.
Bath Melts
Bath melts are small, compact, distinctly shaped molds that hold butters and oils. These solid molds remain firm at room temperature. They make for a fascinating bath experience once added to the water. After being set in the water, the melting process begins, leaving the oils and butters contained within the mold’s compact form to disperse into the water, producing an abundantly moisturized, fragrant, and luxurious bathing atmosphere.
Use within 2 years.
Run a soothing hot bath and add the bath melt to the running water. You can crumble the bath melt to speed up the dissolving process or allow it to slowly disperse. Thoroughly mix the water along with the melting oils and butters. It will completely melt into your bath and create a moisture-rich, velvety bath.
Use the entire bath melt, do not cut it into pieces.
Shipping
Shipping
Shipping times vary depending on the nature of your item.
General Shipping Policy
If you have ordered tea, spices or bath products, your order will be packed and shipped within 5 business days, but usually sooner. A tracking number will be provided to you when your package ships.
All other items, including bags, clothing, cups or anything that has customization added, your product will ship within 7-15 business days, depending on the nature of the product.
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►For custom international items, there may be an additional postage fee due to weight of shipments.
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Holiday Shipping Policy
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During the Christmas Gift season (Nov. 1-Dec. 5), all shipping will be increased to priority mail shipping. Orders all ship for one price, so it's best to put as much on one order as you can!
Arrival before December 25th on Printed Items cannot be guaranteed after December 1st of any given year, due to the increase in postal traffic during that time.
If you have ordered tea, spices or bath products, your order will be packed and shipped within 5 business days, but usually sooner. A tracking number will be provided to you when your package ships.
All other items, including bags, clothing, cups or anything that has customization added, your product will ship within 10-15 business days, depending on the nature of the product. Be sure to order early enough to get the gift delivered on time.
To best track the items coming from our printing facilities, please use https://postal.ninja/en as your tracking website. USPS is not always up to date with their tracking information.
If you have any questions about your order, please contact us through Facebook Messenger or through our website.
Subscription Shipping
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Trial subscriptions boxes are shipped within 3-5 business days of being ordered.
Trial subscriptions are fully personalized and contain the same size items as a recurring plan.
Return policy
Return policy
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Custom Items
Custom items cannot be returned, exchanged or refunded for any reason outside of a mistake being made on the part of the seller. You must provide photographic proof of the mistake when you file your claim. Claim must be made within 3 days of receiving the item in question.
Returns are not accepted on perishable items, such a food, tea, or spices due to the nature of the product. A refund or replacement item will be provided upon photographic evidence being shown of a mistake or damage on the part of the seller.
Seller is not responsible for damage caused by the Post Office or UPS.
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