The Floral World in Italy where we take inspiration from for skin care recipes.

Coupe rose skin is identified by small broken capillaries beneath the surface of the skin and/or blotchy red and irritated areas.

For centuries Italian alchemists and herbalists have relied on the healing properties of plants to treat particular skin conditions and to ameliorate the effects of aging. It is an age-old practice that perhaps hasn’t been improved on.

The following plants and flowers for example have been representing for centuries an usually delicate,sensitive, soothing and protecting source for skin treatment, with tonic effects on the capillaries helping strengthen them, lighten redness and improve micro-circulation.

Blue Chamomile essential oil which soothes and calms irritation, relieves allergic reactions

Butcher’s Broom and Licorice which have gentle anti-redness and anti-inflammatory action that reduce redness and improve the tone of uneven blotchy skin

Hawthorn and Horse chestnut which stimulate and improve circulation with a special tonic effect on the capillaries, helping gradually strengthen and minimize visible ones.

Rose is known for its antidiarrhoeal, purification, tonic and energizing properties. For topical use this plant is appreciated for its antiseptic, astringent and healing action. Rose again contains vitamin A, B, C, E, K, PP, tannins and pectin which are used for their astringent, healing and toning properties.

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After modernizing those centuries old healing skin recipes through the most advanced technology in cosmetics,we have been able to develop our Royal jelly nutrient moisturizer and Chamomile cleansing milk,which are two of the most effective products against couperose,among our comprehensive line of herbal and natural moisturizers and cleansers.

Chamomile Cleansing Milk

A truly gentle yet thoroughly effective cleansing cream.

Chamomile Cleansing Milk is a soothing, hydrating, and highly protective, removes make-up and impurities while hydrating the skin. It also helps relieve the irritation of rosacea and acne conditions. 

Ingredients:

Chamomile	soothing, relaxing, treats damaged capillaries
Sweet Almond Oil	emollient, nutrient
Butcher's Broom	protects and restores elasticity to capillaries
Licorice	anti-redness, anti-irritant
Horsechestnut	astringent, tonic
Hawthorne	improves circulation

Key Benefits:

Hydrating pH balanced cream cleanser

Gently removes impurities and make-up without drying

Protects fragile capillaries

Soothes irritated skin and allergy-prone skin

Softens dry and flaky skin, leaving it soft and fresh

Royal Jelly Moisturizer  

This special moisturizer combines Royal Jelly, Evening Primrose, Hops, Calendula, Chamomile and Wheat Germ Oil to treat dry, sensitive, mature skin as well as rosacea. In the morning, it hydrates, revitalizes and stimulates, providing an immediate feeling of freshness and softness, while restoring a luminous tone and beautiful skin. At night, it nourishes and soothes thanks to its natural emollients and nutrients that are essential for younger looking skin 

Ingredients;

Royal Jelly	extremely rich in nutrients, vitamins and active principles
Evening Primrose	anti-wrinkle, heals dehydrated skin
Hops	tonic, anti-aging, firming
Calendula	treats dry and flaky skin, sofeting, cicatrizant
Chamomile	soothing, protects capyllaries
Wheat Germ Oil	nourishing, rich in vitamins a-e-f, antioxidant

Key Benefits:

Royal Jelly is a bee product extremely rich in nutrients, vitamins and antioxidants

Regenerative and revitalizing

Stimulates the renewal of healthy skin cells helpful in reducing acne scars

Smoothes and diminishes age lines

Reduces redness, rosacea and irritations

Regular use will firm and smooth wrinkles while improving elasticity

Immediate effects: glow, hydration, tone and elasticity 

Our story and 

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Growing a clientele base without making any super investment marketing campaign is possible.

Carmen Miraglia,Erbe founder and product developer,reminds us the secret to produce  something unique.

"We think the absolute pure scent of a beauty product is a consistence positive first approach.

To avoid introducing in an already saturated cosmetics market another mass distribution product,the scent and essential oils used have to be natural, delicate, elegant,inviting and evocative, but above all they  have to create an immediate feeling of trust and confidence for a traditional and solid history of cosmetic manufacturing and not just another cosmetic brand with no other origin but a laboratory born chemical product.Texture also plays a big role and for example after using ERBE products, the biggest comment we hear “ it really worked for me, cannot go back to other commercial  products” . What is remarkable is that we  still have a faithful and growing clientele for so many years without ever making an advertising campaign"

....In this video Carmen Miraglia,Erbe founder and product developer,is going to head us towards the splendor of the Italian herbs and plants....(copy and paste this link on your browser) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=f7HdKjc7wAQ

We are the manufacturer of the products ERBE by Carmen Miraglia sold in the US since 1988 (exclusively made in Italy skin care line,handcrafted candles,body/face oils and hair care products)

Director of NorthAmerican Operations, Erbe
Sue Fogleman- 
2 WomenDoingBusiness
2womendobiz@gmail.com
678-708-9294
www.2womendobiz.com
www.erbeusa.com
www.erbeskincare.com

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The essential oils "vocabulary" always available for you

Chamomile & Sweet Almond Oil; for the face, light and soothing oil, recommended to heal dry and sensitive skin.Anti-inflammatory,treats capillary fragility, helps calm eczema and allergic conditions. Reduce redness and evens the tone and color of the skin.

Lavender & Sweet Almond oil; Lavender (from Latin-lavare-to wash) is always been associated with cleaning and purification. Balances the natural ph of the skin, normalizes sensitive skin with blemishes. Mildly antiseptic helps prevent bacteria that cause acne and irritation, helps heal scars due to acne, and prevents blemishes.

Rosemary & Almond Oil; Rosemary has been traditionally used to stimulate oily and dull skin, refines the skin texture, reduces and purifies clogged pores, antiseptic quality helps the healing process of skin eruption caused by acne.

Clinical studies show that inhaling the aroma of essential oils turns on the entire neuron-endocrine system, the neurological area which intimately affects our deepest emotion. The oils fragrance help re-establish harmony, either in the body’s physiology up to a mental emotional level, balancing our entire personality. Once absorbed through massage, essential oils penetrate into the deeper layers of the skin helping to relieve areas of congestion and improving the quality of our self regulating resources. Essential oils have properties that make them suitable for the maintenance and health of the skin, for personal hygiene, as well as to prevent unbalanced skin conditions. They also help protect cellular membranes from premature aging processes and to diffuse aromatic scents at home to perfume and disinfect. They also act to prevent a wide range of skin disorders associated with aging, resulting in long-lasting, positive effects.

Therefore, the versatile properties of these oils and their lack of side effects make Aromatherapy a great alternative to conventional medicine for many conditions.

Based on years of experience and passion in the aromatherapy field, Erbe, which has the reputation of extracting the best quality of essential oils in Italy, is proud to introduce these healing and beautifying oils ready to use on the face, body or as massage oils. Essential oils are extremely concentrated and cannot be used pure, they are invariably deluded in base oils.

We are the manufacturer of the products ERBE by Carmen Miraglia sold in the US since 1988 (exclusively made in Italy skin care line,handcrafted candles,body/face oils and hair care products)

Director of NA Operations, Erbe
Sue Fogleman- 
2 WomenDoingBusiness
2womendobiz@gmail.com
678-708-9294
www.2womendobiz.com
www.erbeusa.com
www.erbeskincare.com

CHAMOMILLA MATRICARIA (CHAMOMILE) calming, protective, anti-redness, relaxing,
soothing for sensitive skin, capillary fragility. Chamomile soothes and calms various types of
inflammations. It also reduces redness and protects the capillaries, preventing the
appearance of new ones. It eliminates sign of fatigue on the face, diminishes fine lines and
restores an even and luminous skin tone. Works effectively as a pleasing eye make-up
remover as well as a relaxing massage oil.

RUSCUS ACULEATUS (BUTCHER’S BROOM) anti-inflammatory, protects capillary fragility,
Promotes circulation helping to improve the tone and the elasticity of the veins, reducing the
permeability and avoiding stagnant lymphatic activity, responsible for visible capillaries and
cellulite. Helpful to relieve night cramps and diminish fatigue of the legs.

ARCTIUM LAPPA ROOT EXTRACT- (BURDOCK)
In the root, the active ingredients have been found to "detoxify" promote blood circulation
improving the skin quality/texture and alleviate irritated skin. Antioxidants compounds have
also been found in the root.

PERSEA GRATISSIMA (AVOCADO OIL) nourishing, emollient, smoothing
Avocado oil is a strong skin protective, restores softness and reduces the appearance of age
spots. Rich in antioxidants like vitamins A, D and E, particularly good for dry or aged skin.
Highly moisturizing it increases production of collagen and reduces the effects of aging.
Contains lecithin and potassium, which are all highly beneficial for the skin as well as the hair.

BETULA ALBA BARK ( BIRCH) astringent, purifying,
Known as Birch Bark, it has astringent, soothing, anti-septic, healing and purifying properties.
A good remedy for blemishes and spots. It refreshes, tones and refines skin texture. Helps
prevent premature aging of the skin tissue, protecting it from oxidation and restoring healthy
and clear skin of the face, body and scalp.

BITTER ORANGE - purifying, balancing, astringent
Bitter Orange essential oil has been proved effective in treating numerous skin problems with
its antiseptic, antibacterial and antifungal properties. The effects and unique properties of
Bitter Orange essential oil is used in Aromatherapy cosmetics to prevents capillary fragility,
restore irritated skin to a clear and even appearance. It also acts as a natural antiseptic and
aids in clearing acne and, the strong anti-oxidant quality, prevents premature aging of the
skin tissue. Mildly astringent, with light exfoliating action that helps progressively eliminate
dead cells and flaky skin from the body and the scalp, allowing the skin to breath freely a,

BUTYROSPERMUM PARKII(SHEA)BUTTER emollient, nourishing, hydrating.
Protects from external agents and deeply nourishes the skin preventing the formation of
wrinkles and maintain the skin soft and fresh. The anti-oxidant activity present in this plant, is
due to the natural Vitamin A and D which help maintain an even color and a younger skin.

OENOTHERA BIENNIS (EVENING PRIMROSE) nourishing, emollient, anti-aging
Evening Primrose Oil is a remarkable healing plant with high contents of nutrients, essential for
cell structure and improve skin elasticity. Helps treat rosacea by reducing inflammation and,
the essential fatty acids dilutes sebum while reducing clogged pores, preventing acne and
restoring smooth and even appearance.

LAVENDER) soothing, purifying, balancing, healing
The fragrance of Lavender is calming, relaxing, and balancing for the mind and the body.
Ideal for its soothing, purifying, clarifying and antiseptic properties, preventing dehydration
and maintaining a soft and clear complexion. Lavender oil promotes tissue regeneration
and helps fade dark spots and scarred tissue.

LILIUM CANDIDUM BULB EXTRACT soothing, softening, astringent, emollient, demulcent. Lilium is a mucilaginous herb that soothes and heals dry, damaged or irritated skin. Used as a great
anti-inflammatory with hydrating and emollient properties, which promote optimal moisture
levels while improving the elasticity and the texture of the skin

LINDEN balancing, soothing, moisturizing rich in polysaccharides and proteins, Linden, has conditioning effect on hair and skin, forming a protective film that improves the structure of dry hair and skin. It is able to moisturize hair fiber and epidermis at long term, protect hair, smooth and coat hair surfaces,improve hair volume, and decrease static electricity.

MENTHA (MINT) is a refreshing, and stimulant plant extract that provides stimulant, astringent
and anti-oxidant effects. Used for personal care preparations as regenerative and balsamic
ingredient for hair care and bath products

ROSMARINUS OFFICINALIS (ROSEMARY) purifying, stimulating
Rosemary has astringent, purifying, stimulating and toning properties in skincare. Largely
used in anti-aging creams for its many beneficial effects on mature skin with loss of elasticity.
It helps relieve skin congestion to reduce puffiness and swelling, resulting in firmer and toned
skin. It promotes a healthy-looking complexion for its purifying action, eliminating waste
material from the cells and refining skin texture. Rosemary has great beneficial values in hair
products. It balances and prevents formation of impurities that might clog the pores
inhibiting the normal breathing of the scalp, which may cause thinning or hair loss. Rosemary
revitalizes dull and damaged hair, helping to restore healthier and stronger hair.

PRUNUS AMYGDALUS DULCIS(SWEET ALMOND)OIL hydrating, emollient, softening, suitable for all skin types even the most delicate and sensitive of adults and babies. Traditionally used in cosmetics for its refreshing, emollient, soothing and nourishing qualities. It helps prevent
stretch marks and heal dry/flaky skin. What¹s more, it is odorless and will not alter the natural
scent of the essential oils.

VITAMIN A - Regenerating, anti-aging-anti-oxidant
The primary benefit of vitamin A in cosmetics is its ability to normalize by regulating skin cell
growth, encouraging skin renewal and deep hydration, resulting in a soft, clear and smooth
skin. Vitamin A in combination with vitamin E has great antioxidant, moisturizing and
rejuvenating effects.

VITAMIN E - Anti-aging, repairing, protective
Vitamin E is one of the most powerful antioxidants that protects and repairs the skin. It
prevents premature aging of the skin and cellular damage, while increasing production of
collagen, essential to avoid skin dryness, fine line lines and wrinkles.

TRITICUM VULGARE(WHEAT) GERM OIL is known for its antioxidant and emollient properties.
The high contents of nourishing ingredients prevent premature appearance of signs of
aging, encouraging healthy cell growth and regeneration, deeply nourishes, softens
dry/rough skin and eliminates dead cells and flaky skin.

NETTLE – fortifying, protective – anti-inflammatory

Using Nettle in hair products, is a trusted method of reducing hair loss and encouraging hair

to re-grow. Due to its nourishing properties and anti-oxidants such as vitamin C, Nettle is also

believed to improve the condition of hair, providing hair follicles with vitamins and minerals

to produce stronger and healthier hair. Balancing and mildly antiseptic Nettle, incorporated

in hair formulations, helps combat hair loss and helps provide healthy, shiny hair, preventing

dandruff and providing protection of the skin and hair integrity against oxidative processes

LAVANDULA ANGUSTIFOLIA (LAVENDER) soothing, purifying, balancing, healing

Lavender is one of the most versatile oils in nature. The fragrance is very calming, relaxing,

and balancing for the mind and the body. Ideal in body and bath products for its soothing,

purifying and antiseptic properties, preventing dehydration and helping maintain a soft and

clear skin. Lavender oil promotes tissue regeneration

EQUISETUM AERVENSE EXTRACT (HORSETAIL) is ideal for dry/irritated skin.
The main activity of this plant is to reinforce the connective tissue and stimulate renewal of
the cells. Rich in minerals and soothing components, Horsetail is ideal to treat dehydrated

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3 steps to follow to prepare a pure Essential Oil.

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1) MACERATION;

Parts of the fresh plant are placed in an airtight container and covered with almond oil or other base oils for 30 days

2) FILTERING AND SCREENING;

After this period the oil is filtered and transferred into another container and skips to the pressing plant mixed with oil that contains most of the functional substances in the plant itself. Two more days of resting, then a second screening and other purifying processes occur  before the oil, filtered and pure, is ready for distillation.

3)DISTILLED;

Essential oils are obtained by steam distillation. The pressurized steam is introduced into the lower part of the distiller and passes through the plant parts or oil to vaporize the volatile oils contained in them.  It is a method that applies to most of the aromatic plants and exploits the physical properties of essences, in particular their volatility.It is to separate the essential oil from the plant origin using a jet of water vapor, which invests plant tissues and "carries" the essence. From the process you get two final products: the distillate and the aromatic water. This is the water that comes from the condensation of the same steam, scented by a small fraction of essence dissolved in it.

Through those particular operations we are able to create different kind of herbal blends protecting and healing the skin.

-To balance,purify,and protect oily and dandruff hair;

LAVENDER; Soothes irritations, and clarifies the skin, balances, tones, clarifies combination and sensitive skin with blemishes, prevents dehydrations while refreshing and revitalizing the skin

BURDOCK,Popular in Europe as a scalp treatment. Applies to improve hair strength, shine and body, help reverse scalp conditions such as dandruff and combat hair loss It is also very effective in promoting the renewal of healthy skin cells, giving you a luminous glow immediately.

EUCALYPTUS: Natural essential oil for cleansing and deodorizing

THYME,Skin protectant

SESAME OIL,Nutrient, emollient

LINDEN.Enhance appearance of skin; Linden calms irritations and reduces visible puffiness, improving the appearance of dark circles under eyes

BIRCH LEAF,Skin conditioner

BITTER ORANGE; Highly hydrating and toning with anti-oxidant effects. Soothes irritation, refines pores and restores a clear and luminous complexion. Regeneration of skin cell, helps reverse existing skin damage.

From the above  old-centuries formula came out our Rosemary shampoo.

Balancing, Purifying, Protective Normal-to-Oily, Dandruff,
Ideal for those with oily hair and dry scalp, Rosemary shampoo promotes healing of the scalp restoring the natural pH, prevents flaking and regulates the production of excess oil, leaving the hair clean and healthy with renewed vitality. 

-The following one is another herbal blend  traditionally known in Italy to work beautifully as anti-redness and protective agent for very sensitive skin.

Chamomile;	soothing, relaxing, treats damaged capillaries
Sweet Almond Oil	emollient, nutrient
Butcher's Broom;	protects and restores elasticity to capillaries
Licorice;	anti-redness, anti-irritant
Horsechestnut;	astringent, tonic
Hawthorne;	improves circulation
Karitè;	anti wrinkle, tonic

Key Benefits of the herbal formulation;

·        Light, soothing, anti-redness moisturizer

·        Hydrates and prevents coetaneous aging

·        Reduces diffused redness and skin irritation

·        Helps strengthen and diminish visible capillaries

·        Improves circulation

·        Restores a clear tone and luminous skin

·        Thoroughly absorbs, leaving no shiny residues

·        Ideal for men to soothe razor burn

·        heals irritations, recommended as night treatment for acne skin.

Our Chamomile Ultra-light Moisturizer is based on this old-centuries herbal formula.

A really effective ultra-light anti-inflammatory moisturize.
This light moisturizer is thoroughly absorbed, simply apply after cleansing and toning with a gentle circular massage for smooth, soft and younger looking skin. Looking for something for the man in your life, our Chamomile Moisturizer works beautifully as a soothing after-shave. 

Where all this knowledge come from?

Growing up in Italy it was customary to be acquainted with the natural healing methods from the folk medicine, everyone knows that Chamomile soothes and Rosemary stimulates. These plants are our foundations applied in the everyday life, including beauty receipts used for centuries and improved overtime. As a former product developer, for other cosmetic companies, I became more and more disenchanted with this world of ordinary formulations with no functional activity but only for commercial purposes. I felt I had to go back to what I knew best, personalized natural formulations, ready to use receipts for beauty and personal hygiene, based on extremely pure ingredients and without additives or chemicals but no shelf life. They were classic preparations previously available only custom made in local pharmacies. Soon my small artisan activity became a business and started researching for the appropriated additives to incorporate in my formulations, without altering or diminishing the effects of the botanical ingredients but, enhancing their efficacy to convey and maintain the properties of our herbs, roots and flowers.

There are “chemicals” deriving from plants and “transformed” into a preservatives or antibacterial that may complete or enhance the functional activity of the plants. Essential oils, in their pure form and extracted in a safe way, are great preservatives and anti-oxidants, if we extract the active principal of the Lemon, we obtain the “ascorbic acid” used as a preservative and so on. Many plants, once they go under a transformation process may assume a fantasy name, we rigorously select the additives to incorporate in our products. The process of “transformation”, of vegetal origin ingredients, is fundamental to realize our line of products.

 We rely on the work of family owned business for years who are determined to continue and maintain a traditional method of manufacturing passed on from generation to generation. We work very close for over 25 years now. Actually the new generation is more dedicated to quality, they have chosen to improve and grow with particular attention to quality and integrity. From our sources of the plants, their transformation and their employment, we control every aspect of production, including our packaging and designs. My suppliers, my graphic designer, my lab collaborators and I have formed a trustworthy team and by learning from each other, we create these products that are designed to be safe, functional and pleasant to use.

 Everyone knows Chamomile soothes, Rosemary stimulates, Mallow soothes if the gums are irritated, or Calendula cream helps if your skin is flaking dry. In Italy it is our everyday life, we always used natural remedies to cure minor ailments, mixing and blending mixtures of herbs for all kinds of needs. The association of various different herbs in one single product is the key to aim at various skin conditions. These associations and relative ratio of dosages is a precise science and this is what makes all ERBE’sMoisturizers the best appreciated products in our lines. Our skin care products contain a blend of truly precious essential oils and extracts, designed to target a wide range of skin conditions. Our blends contribute in enhancing the skin’s immune system, improve the appearance of dull skin, refresh and rejuvenate, while also delaying signs of aging.

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Beautiful landscape close to the St Columbus monastery.