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OCT 2017

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[ 20 ] • # dayspamagazine • october 2017 in focus by Russell A. Jackson © GETTY IMAGES Willow Bark is ancient remedy boasts antiseptic, exfoliating and anti-infl ammatory properties, making it a favorite among skincare specialists. W illow bark is often called a "modern miracle" because the salicin it contains was used to develop acetylsalicylic acid, a key ingredient in aspirin. However, Sumerians talked about using willow bark for pain relief 4,000 years ago, and Chinese and Greek civilizations used it medicinally more than 2,000 years ago. It's still utilized today to treat lower back pain, osteoarthritis, headaches, bursitis and tendinitis, among other conditions. There are about 400 species of willows in both shrub and tree varieties, and their naturally occurring fl avonoids—antioxidant plant metabolites—power the pain relief they provide. But spa pros are likely more familiar with willow bark's skincare benefi ts, of which there are many. Indeed, willow bark extract boasts a potent combination of calming and cleansing properties that estheticians can use in a wide variety of treatments. A Weeping willows thrive in very wet soil, and are typically found near bodies of water. A Some willow trees can grow as much as 10 feet in a year. A Chewing white willow bark works more slowly than taking aspirin, but the resulting pain relief can last longer. QUICK FACTS

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