The Basics On Epilobium Angustifolium Extract
What is Epilobium Angustifolium Extract?
Extract derived from a plant commonly known as fireweed or willow herb.
What are other names for Epilobium Angustifolium Extract?
EPILOBIUM ANGUSTIFOLIUM (WILLOW HERB) EXTRACT, EPILOBIUM ANGUSTIFOLIUM EXTRACT, EPILOBIUM ANGUSTIFOLIUM, EXT., EXTRACT OF EPILOBIUM ANGUSTIFOLIUM, and WILLOW HERB EXTRACT
What is Epilobium Angustifolium Extract used for?
Epilobium angustifolium extract is naturally an antioxidant. It not only protects the skin from oxidative damage but also saves the preparation from undesirable changes due to oxidation/ chemical degradation/light/moisture. The tannins and flavonoids present in the extract are soothing agents also because they are anti-inflammatory in nature. Thus, it calms down the estimated or reddened sensitive skin. As per the reliable resources, it starts showing soothing effect in as minimum as 30 minutes of use. It regulates the sebum production in the epidermal layer of skin, which is beneficial for acne-prone skin. Acne affected skin gets a two-way benefit of sebum regulation as well as a soothing effect on the skin. It is used alone and with various other actives in skincare, hair care preparation. Especially in acne and anti-aging treatment also the extract can be used.
How Epilobium Angustifolium Extract is classified
Skin-Soothing
Recommendations for using Epilobium Angustifolium Extract during pregnancy and breastfeeding
Limited data suggests no known risk
Epilobium Angustifolium Extract During Pregnancy
What we know about using Epilobium Angustifolium Extract while pregnant or breastfeeding
Limited information available.
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General safety info about Epilobium Angustifolium Extract from CIR
No report found.
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Products where you might find Epilobium Angustifolium Extract
GROWN ALCHEMIST Intensive Hand Cream – Persian Rose & Argan Extract; skyn ICELAND Icelandic Relief Eye Cream with Glacial Flower Extract ; skyn ICELAND Oxygen Infusion Night Cream with Glacial Flower Extract; Supergoop! PLAY Everyday Lotion SPF 50 with Sunflower Extract; Kiehl’s Since 1851 Calendula Herbal Extract Alcohol Free Toner; AMOREPACIFIC – Vintage Single Extract Essence
List of References
General sources: Drugs and Lactation Database (LactMed) [Internet]. Bethesda (MD): National Library of Medicine (US); 2006-. Available from: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK501922/
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