MI Corp. introduces the new Masala wash as part of Create Your Own Expressions.
The unique feel and soft textures of the Expressions collection is now mainly attributed to the wild herbs growing in the exotic regions in the Far East. Our Masala wash is a complex blend of some of these plants, such as lavender, aloe vera and aloo, a wild plant growing in elevations of 5,500-8,500 feet that, until recently, was known only as a wild plant used by people living in the mountains. Aloo is, in fact, the ultimate survival plant. In rural Nepal, the leaves from this plant provide food for both people and livestock. Both the leaves and roots are used for medicinal purposes to relieve headaches and fevers, as well as ease the maladies of malaria.
According to folk wisdom, lavender has many uses. Lavender oil soothes headaches, and in pillows, lavender seeds and flowers aid sleep and relaxation. Not only does the use of lavender provide a mild and pleasant scent, but it also acts as a pet repellant deterring them from relieving themselves on the rug.
Numerous scientific researchers have been published on the effects of aloe vera. The three main categories of research include the anti-inflammatory, anti- bacterial and anti-viral actions of aloe vera. In Marsala wash, aloe vera is the key ingredient to provide a softer texture, as well as a controlling agent to keep the bacterial growth and shedding to a minimum.
Aloo extract has been used through Himalayan tribes in textile and fabrics for its unique qualities. Its fiber is extracted from the wild-growing Himalayan stinging nettle plant and is used as an alternative to worm silk. Also, the resin extract of the plant is used as part of the Masala wash to protect against moth damage.
