Imbali

The Wisdom of Sharing

2010-07-06T20:18:00.000+02:00

African wisdom has been passed from generation to generation through the oral tradition of story telling. It is because of this philosophy of generosity that today we are able to benefit from the learnings of our African ancestors and it is through living a generous life that we ensure wisdom passes on and is made richer and more relevant by its passing through us. We all have a role to play in passing on what we know and learn through our own experience, it is through sharing that together we grow.

Local African body care range, Imbali, was created to celebrate this wisdom and to share it with others. All of the products in the Imbali range contain indigenous plant oils and extracts that have been used for their health and emotional benefits for many generations. One such ingredient is the health promoting Honeybush Tea.

Honeybush (Cyclopia intermedia)

Honeybush is a herb which grows only in small areas in the mountainous regions of the Cape and was given its name due to the honey-like scent of its flowers.

Honeybush is rich in minerals such as iron, potassium, calcium, copper, zinc and magnesium and is known for its soothing and relaxing effects. When drunk as a tea it has been used to counter headaches, irritability, tension, insomnia and depression. Honeybush is naturally caffeine-free and rich in antioxidants, which are recognized for their free radical fighting and anti-ageing properties. Honeybush is also known to help relieve skin irritations and to soothe the skin.

Imbali has harnessed these benefits in its Refining Hand Scrub and Pampering Foam Bath, which both contain organic Honeybush extract to soften and soothe skin and to minimize irritation.

Imbali bath and body products can be purchased from selected Pick n Pay and Spar stores or online www.imbalibodycare.com

For more information on the benefits of African indigenous plants and inspiration from Africa’s philosophies please mail us on info@imbalibodycare.com or follow us on twitter: http://twitter.com/Imbalibodycare

“Knowledge is like love: it grows when it is shared.” – African proverb

Experience the healing hands of Africa with new Imbali hand scrub

2009-02-08T12:54:00.005+02:00

Our hands are used to receive and give to others. We show love, affection and respect with our open hands. There is a hand ritual in Africa that involves cleansing, exfoliating and massaging the hands and then blessing them for all that they have done. This ritual improves circulation and leaves hands feeling soft and smooth. The spiritual significance being to reflect and centre as consideration is given to the consequences of our actions.

Take care of your spirit and your skin with the new refining hand scrub from African body care range, Imbali. This gentle, exfoliating hand scrub with green rooibos and organic honeybush, cleans and softens skin on hands and elbows. Fine apricot kernels work to remove dead skin cells and impurities whilst green rooibos and organic honeybush have a soothing effect on the skin. Hands are left feeling pampered and nourished. For best results, follow with Imbali Hand and Nail treatment and take time out to consider what you have given and received.

Unfermented green rooibos and organic honeybush are both rich in antioxidants which are recognised for their free radical fighting and anti-ageing properties. As the hands are one of the first parts of the body to show the signs of ageing, these natural ingredients have been included to help improve the long term appearance of the skin.

Imbali products can be purchased from selected Pick n Pay and Spar stores in the Cape and from Pick n Pay Hypermarket stores nationallly. For further information or details of your nearest stockist, please contact: info@imbalibodycare.com or visit: www.imbalibodycare.com

FREE SAMPLE

2009-01-18T15:36:00.006+02:00

Tell us what you think of IMBALI body care products?

e-mail info@imbalibodycare.com with your name and postal address and we will mail you a FREE SAMPLE (South African postal deliveries will take one week, international will take 6-8 weeks).

Try out your free sample and tell us about it in this blog!

Only one sample per person. This offer is limited to the first 300 people.

Visit www.imbalibodycare.com for more info on IMBALI African luxury bath and body care products.

Green Rooibos - Going Green

2008-08-13T21:51:00.002+02:00

Everyone is talking about "going green" and more green teas are being drunk by healthy consumers the world over. Rooibos or "red bush" tea is now also available in "green", but how can red be green?

Instead of being allowed to ferment for long periods of time, as with normal rooibos, no fermentation takes place and the leaves and stems are rolled and dried directly. The green format of rooibos tea has higher levels of the originally occurring anti-oxidants than fermented rooibos.

Rooibos (Aspalathus Linearis) is endemic to South Africa and grows only in the Cedarberg region of the Cape. It is a traditional, local remedy used by the Khoi people as a general health tonic and to calm nerves. Rooibos is naturally caffeine free and contains aspalathin which is rich in anti-oxidants that fight free radicals to help prevent ageing. Rooibos extract also contains zinc and alpha hydroxy acid which promote healthy skin. Rooibos has a soothing effect on the skin and has been used to treat eczema and other skin irritations.

Green rooibos extract is blended with Aloe Ferox in Imbali hand and nail treatment to create a deeply rich moisturising cream to soften and nourish dry hands and cuticles. Especially good for sensitive skin.

Rooibos, the healing herb.

African Summer Toes

2008-08-13T21:39:00.010+02:00

Prepare your feet for an African summer with foot care treatment products from Imbali.

Introducing the new Smoothing Foot Scrub with mint, seaweed and pumice to exfoliate, moisturise and revitalise feet. Natural pumice grains work to remove rough skin whilst softening seaweed extract helps to hydrate dry skin, revealing softer, smoother feet. Mint is a popular traditional medicine with cooling and refreshing properties.

Tips for the perfect home pedicure:
Begin by soaking feet in warm water to cleanse and soften skin and nails. Dry feet thoroughly, particularly between the toes - then follow with treatment steps 1 and 2:

Step 1: Slough away dead skin and callouses with Imbali Smoothing Foot Scrub. Regular exfoliation will leave feet feeling fresh and smooth and also aids with circulation in the feet. Rinse feet, pat dry, trim nails if required and follow with Step 2.

Step 2: Massage Imbali Foot Repair Cream into feet until absorbed. The soothing and moisturising benefits of mint and seaweed will leave skin feeling soft and smooth. For best results use daily, paying special attention to heels. Finish with nail polish if desired.

Imbali products are inspired by the healing traditions of Africa and formulated with local plant oils and extracts recognised for their beneficial properties.

New IMBALI Foot Scrub

2008-06-11T15:01:00.008+02:00

NEW smoothing foot scrub

A smoothing foot scrub with mint, seaweed and pumice to exfoliate, moisturise and revitalise feet. Natural pumice grains work to remove rough skin whilst softening seaweed extract helps to hydrate dry skin revealing softer, smoother feet. The cooling and refreshing properties of mint help to revitalise tired feet.

Treat your skin to the goodness of Africa

2008-06-11T10:19:00.005+02:00

Imbali has just launched a new Soothing Body Lotion with cape chamomile and lavender.

Cape chamomile (Eriocephalus punctulatus) is a species of fynbos found in the mountainous regions of the cape and is known for its stress relieving properties. A traditional Griqua medicinal plant, cape chamomile has soothing and sedative qualities.

Imbali Soothing Body Lotion is beautifully nourishing leaving skin feeling healthy and hydrated. The scent of lavender helps to create a sense of calm.

Also utilising the natural benefits of cape chamomile and lavender is the Imbali Calming Foam Bath and refreshing Liquid Hand Soap. Relax and indulge body and mind with products from the Imbali cape chamomile and lavender range.

Imbali Launches Online Gift Shop

2008-06-11T10:13:00.006+02:00

Find the perfect gift online at www.imbalibodycare.com - The natural way to shop

IMBALI has just launched an online gift shop where visitors can purchase the unique range of luxury bath and body care products in a selection of beautiful gift packs.

The Imbali online gift shop is easy to navigate and offers a range of luxurious gift items priced from R60 to over R500. Treat someone special to an African Spa delivered to their door. Or a Bath by Candlelight, Foot Treatment Kit or Pamper Pack. Shop in a calm and clutter free environment. Shop by category, shop by price or create your own unique gift. Beautifully packaged and delivered to any physical address within South Africa in under five days, an Imbali gift is a therapeutic mind and body experience.

Inspired by the flowers of South Africa, Imbali luxury bath and body care products contain local plant oils and extracts renowned for their beneficial properties. Renew and restore with a gift from Imbali and celebrate the spirit and energy of Africa.

“He who receives a gift does not measure”
African Proverb

Marula Oil – Mother Nature’s Moisturiser

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Marula oil (Sclerocarya birrea) is one of Africa’s finest skin care oils. Rich in antioxidants and oleic acid, marula oil contains essential components for the maintenance of healthy skin.
A natural oil, derived from the nut of the marula fruit, marula oil has traditionally been used as a moisturiser for women and as a baby oil. The mystical marula fruit tree is native to Southern Africa and regarded by many as a sacred tree. Central to local culture, the marula tree cannot be felled without permission from the local chief.

In the northern parts of South Africa, the marula tree plays an integral role in the culture and survival of the local people who eat the fruit in the lean time of the year. The marula fruit has a high Vitamin C content of up to four times that of orange juice and is used to brew traditional marula beer. The marula nut is an important food item from which is derived marula oil.

Marula oil is absorbed easily into the skin and has been blended into Imbali hydrating body lotion to soothe and hydrate the skin. Imbali moisturising shower cream is enriched with marula oil to cleanse and condition the skin.

Imbali harnesses the unique therapeutic and beneficial properties of marula oil and other local plant oils and extracts in its luxury bath and body care range.

Geranium Gift Pack

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Body Lotion 250ml, Foam Bath 400ml, Shower Puff
Price: R65

Hand and Foot Treatment Pack

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Hand & Nail 100ml, Foot Repair Cream 125ml, Jade Face Cloth
Price: R60

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hydrating body lotion
with cape geranium & marula oil to soothe & hydrate

A deeply hydrating body lotion enriched with marula oil and cape geranium essential oil to soothe and moisturise the skin. Marula oil is known to be an effective skin conditioner with antioxidant properties whilst geranium is recognised for its balancing and calming effect on the mind.

Imbali bath and body care products are made in South Africa using plant oils and extracts.

2007-07-23T22:11:00.001+02:00

exfoliating shower gel
with cape aloe & seaweed to cleanse & purify

A refreshing shower gel with exfoliating beads to cleanse, purify and rejuvenate the skin. Seaweed is known for its cleansing and stimulating properties whilst refreshing cape aloe is a source of moisture.

Imbali bath and body care products are made in South Africa using plant oils and extracts.

2007-07-23T22:07:00.001+02:00

moisturising shower cream
with honeybush & marula oil to cleanse & condition

A moisturising shower cream enriched with marula oil and honeybush extract to cleanse and condition the skin. Marula oil is rich in antioxidants and oleic acid, essential components for the maintenance of healthy skin. The marula tree is native to Southern Africa and regarded by many as a sacred tree whilst honeybush is known for its free radical fighting and anti-ageing properties and for its soothing and calming effect on the skin.

Imbali bath and body care products are made in South Africa using plant oils and extracts.

2007-07-23T22:05:00.001+02:00

liquid hand soap
with cape chamomile & lavender to cleanse & refresh

A gentle, cleansing hand wash enriched with cape chamomile essential oil and the scent of lavender to gently wash away dirt, leaving hands feeling refreshed and lightly scented.

Imbali bath and body care products are made in South Africa using plant oils and extracts.

2007-07-23T22:03:00.001+02:00

foot repair cream
with mint & seaweed to smooth & soothe

A foot repair cream with the soothing and moisturising benefits of mint and seaweed to leave rough, dry skin feeling soft and smooth. Mint is a popular traditional medicine with cooling and refreshing properties whilst seaweed is known to help soften and hydrate skin.

Imbali bath and body care products are made in South Africa using plant oils and extracts.

2007-07-23T21:51:00.001+02:00

hand & nail treatment
with green rooibos & cape aloe to soften & nourish

A moisturising hand and nail treatment containing green rooibos and cape aloe to soften and nourish. Unfermented green rooibos is indigenous to South Africa and considered a traditional local remedy due to its antioxidant, free radical scavenging and anti-ageing properties whilst cape aloe is a natural source of moisture.

Imbali bath and body care products are made in South Africa using plant oils and extracts.
Very popular, have you tried it yet?

2007-07-23T21:45:00.001+02:00

pampering foam bath
with cape geranium & honeybush to restore balance

A pampering foam bath soak containing extracts of honeybush and cape geranium essential oil to nurture the body and help restore a sense of balance. Honeybush is found in the fynbos region of the cape and is known for its free radical fighting and anti-ageing properties whilst cape geranium helps to balance and calm the mind.

Imbali bath and body care products are made in South Africa using plant oils and extracts.
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2007-07-23T21:40:00.002+02:00

Calming Foam Bath
with cape chamomile & lavender to unwind & de-stress

An indulgent foaming bath oil enriched with cape chamomile essential oil and the scent of lavender to help de-stress and calm mind, body and spirit. Cape chamomile is found in the mountainous regions of the cape and is known for its stress relieving properties. The scent of lavender helps to create a sense of calm.

Imbali bath and body care products are made in South Africa using plant oils and extracts.

Have you tried it? What did you think?

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2007-07-23T18:56:00.000+02:00

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