Polianthes Tuberosa

Concentrations are only at a level for achieving an aromatic scent as opposed to skin rejuvenating effects.

Tuberoses were especially beloved by Louis XIV of France, who had them planted in the hundreds in the flower beds of the Grand Trianon at Versailles so that the scent was overpowering. They were grown in clay pots and planted directly in the ground; to keep the perfume consistently strong new specimens were rotated in, sometimes daily.

Skin Benefits: Anti-inflammatory, Anti-bacterial, Hydrating and Stimulating.

Tuberoses Protect the Skin from Infections

Tuberoses contain two major compounds that protect the skin from infections; eugenol and nerol. Eugenol kills pathogens that cause bacterial or fungal skin infections like athlete’s foot, while nerol acts as an antiseptic supplement to eugenol.

It has anti-fungal and anti-bacterial properties that help to treat skin problems like acne. It is also a good remedy for cracked heels due to its healing properties. It smoothes fine lines and wrinkles as well as augmenting the moisture binding capability of the skin. As a result, skin looks younger and suppler.

Tuberoses contain farnesol, which is responsible for promotion of collagen for a better cycle of skin cell regeneration, and also provides elastin, which maintains skin elasticity and smoothness.

• The dried and powdered tubers are used with turmeric to cure rashes in infants.
• Rub the bulbs with turmeric and butter and apply it to eliminate small red pimples of newborn child.
• Use the paste of tuberose roots on affected parts of swelling and ulcers.
• Use it externally use it for enlarged pores, acne and oily skin.

Skin conditions such as eczema are usually the result of either autoimmune disorders or bacterial and fungal infections that can be hard to get rid of. There are multiple modern therapies, and it seems no two infections are the same. Treating your skin with oils like tuberose can be a valuable addition to your skincare routine. Tuberose oil benefits include preventing bacteria from gathering in the pores of the skin and may even help control the oil that clogs the pores as well.