Chamomilla Recutita Flower Extract

lightening antioxidant

overview

Chamomile extract, also known as Chamomilla Recutita (Matricaria) Flower Extract, is a popular skincare ingredient known for its soothing, anti-aging, anti-inflammatory, and antimicrobial properties. It is rich in phenolic compounds, primarily flavonoids, which act as antioxidants. It can be used to treat a variety of cosmetic and surface-level ailments like acne, skin discoloration, skin irritations, rashes, and many others. It is also beneficial for treating skin conditions such as eczema and acne.

benefits

["Anti-Aging: Chamomile extract contains antioxidants that help protect the skin from free radical damage, which can contribute to signs of aging.", "Anti-Inflammatory: Chamomile extract helps reduce inflammation and soothe irritated skin.", "Antimicrobial: Chamomile extract has antimicrobial properties that help fight acne-causing bacteria.", "Wound Healing: Chamomile extract's high content of \u03b1-bisabolol and apigenin will reduce inflammation, cleanse the wound, bring much needed moisture to the damaged tissues, and soothe any discomfort. This combination of effects will increase the rate of cell regeneration and accelerate the healing process.", "Fades Dark Spots and Hyperpigmentation: \u03b1-bisabolol has been shown to be capable of inhibiting the melanogenesis, or our body's production of melanin, which causes unwanted and unsightly hyperpigmentation of the skin.", "Relieves Eczema and Dermatitis: The terpenoids chamazulene and \u03b1-bisabolol are responsible for the reduction of inflammation.", "Moisturizes Dry Scalp: The terpenoid \u03b1-bisabolol in Chamomile extract is known to assist in the binding of moisture and will help to soften and add suppleness to the scalp.", "Enhances Skin Penetration: Chamomile extract is a penetration enhancer, which can improve the absorption of other topical products into the skin."]

Skin suitability

NA

concerns

Individuals allergic to plants in the daisy family may experience adverse reactions to chamomile extract.

precautions

People with known allergies to plants of the same family, such as daisies, ragweed, marigolds, and chrysanthemums should exercise caution before consuming Chamomile or its purified forms.

source

Chamomilla Recutita (Matricaria) Flower Extract, commonly known as chamomile, is a popular skincare ingredient known for its soothing, anti-aging, anti-inflammatory, and antimicrobial properties. It is rich in phenolic compounds, primarily flavonoids, which act as antioxidants.

CIR

Safe as used in cosmetics.

EWG

NA

additional info

Chamomile extract is also beneficial for treating skin conditions such as eczema and acne. Chamomile extract contains terpenoids chamazulene and bisabolol which show great anti-inflammatory action in animal studies. Chamomile extract also has antioxidant activity due to active ingredients called matricine, apigenin and luteolin.