Polymers can be classified in ways that reflect their chemical makeup, or perhaps more importantly, their properties and applications. Many of these factors are strongly interdependent, and most are discussed in much more detail in subsequent sections of this page.
Centella asiatica (Gotu Kola) is a well known herb traditionally used in the treatment of skin damage as well as for circulatory enhancement. This is a specialized extraction employed for the concentration of the active constituents for enhanced therapeutic benefits to the skin.
Latin name: Perilla frutescens. Chinese name: zi su ye. Other names: beefsteakplant, Chinese basil, purple perilla, shiso. What is Perilla? Perilla is a perennial herb that grows in Eastern Asia, including China, Japan, and India. There are both green-leafed and purple-leafed varieties. It is typically associated with Japanese cuisine, where it is usually called shiso. Perilla oil is used in Asia for medicinal purposes and as a food flavoring in candies and sauces. Perilla is a rich source of omega-3 fatty acids and the leaves are used as a condiment for tofu and as a garnish for tempura.