Botanicals are natural ingredients derived from plants. Botanicals can help improve skin appearance and health and can be used as fragrances or colors in cosmetic products – making them often gentler alternatives than synthetic ingredients.
Each range contains vital plant extracts. For instance, Organic uses rosehip oil to nourish skin and promote its health. At the same time, Dehydrated & Sensitive contains clary sage to soothe its delicate complexion, and Ginkgo leaf extract is a fantastic antioxidant that reduces fine lines significantly.
Rosehip oil
Botanical ingredients, or plant-derived additives, are integral to many skincare products. Botanical ingredients are well known for their therapeutic effects on skin conditions like eczema and hyperpigmentation; additionally, they moisturize and brighten radiance while being free of harsh chemicals – an added plus when dealing with sensitive skin! They are more cost-effective and can come in tinctures, oils, powders, bath products, etc.
One of the best-known botanicals is rosehip oil. As a natural anti-aging oil, it helps diminish wrinkles, stretch marks, and dark spots by providing intensive hydration through Vitamin C, brightening complexion and evening skin tone. Rosehip oil can often be found in skincare products, but pure versions can also be purchased separately and applied directly onto the face.
Rosehip oil treats all skin types, from sensitive and mature to combination and oily complexions. It can be combined with other oils or mixed into your preferred facial cream and applied twice daily, morning and evening. To use Rosehip Oil effectively, it should always be combined with moisturizer if possible, as its drying effects could exacerbate dry or aging skin conditions.
Rosehip oil also offers many other advantages that can improve the appearance of scars. It may reduce acne scars and traumatic scars by stimulating cell regeneration. Furthermore, rosehip oil may reduce hyperpigmentation while helping with sun damage or pregnancy-induced skin discolorations.
Rosehip oil contains essential fatty acids and antioxidants for maintaining healthy skin, so selecting one with these properties is crucial to well-being. When purchasing rosehip oil, ensure it has been cold-pressed or supercritically extracted, as this method produces higher-grade oil since heat exposure doesn’t diminish nutrient density in its seeds and fruits.
Rosehip oil’s soothing qualities can also benefit skin conditions like eczema and rosacea, improving fine lines, wrinkles, and under-eye circles.
Clary sage extract
Clary sage extract is a highly potent botanical ingredient that improves skin elasticity, reduces fine lines and wrinkles, and decreases redness and inflammation of sensitive skin. Furthermore, clary sage essential oil may have antidepressant and anxiolytic properties, which may help alleviate stress and anxiety.
Historical use of this herb as an eye healer goes back centuries; today, it remains widely popular. The Latin term “Clarus” translates to clear or bright and indicates this trait. Herbalist Nicholas Culpeper popularly used clear-eye in his “Complete Herbal.”
Natural astringent properties make aloe vera an invaluable addition to skin care products, from tightening pores and soothing acne-prone skin to treating minor wounds and treating muscle aches and pains. Furthermore, its delicate aroma can also help ease tension headaches caused by stressful events while improving cognition and focus by decreasing cortisol levels.
Linalyl acetate is responsible for many therapeutic benefits in olive oil, including its relaxing and balancing properties. Furthermore, this potent antioxidant offers protection from free radical damage while supporting immune health – it may even help with mental fatigue or insomnia treatment!
Though clary sage oil is generally safe for adults, it should not be consumed by children or pregnant women as ingested amounts could be toxic. It should also not be used while expecting or nursing mothers are pregnant or breastfeeding. Also, possible interactions between this ingredient and medications you are currently taking, and inhalation can potentially cause allergic reactions for certain people if used as part of aromatherapy treatments.
Hibiscus extract
Hibiscus is an outstanding source of plant acids, which provide a light exfoliating action and can reduce fine lines and wrinkles by gently clearing away sebum, sweat, and makeup residue from your skin. Furthermore, its anti-inflammatory properties help ensure a fresher complexion; plus, it contains antioxidants called anthocyanosides to defend against harmful free radicals, which contribute to premature skin aging.
Indigenous cultures worldwide have used this ancient flower to regain youth and beauty for centuries, with its natural collagen-boosting properties that can plump and rejuvenate tired skin, leaving it naturally soft, smooth, and youthful looking. Furthermore, this power flower contains Vitamin C to promote collagen production and heal wounds – making it an excellent addition to anti-age skincare products.
Hibiscus boasts antioxidant and anti-inflammatory compounds, making it an excellent botanical extract to treat inflamed skin and reduce redness. Furthermore, protocatechuic acid and quercetin are known to limit free radical damage – these molecules are present in other botanical extracts, but few provide such potency.
Hibiscus flower contains flavonoids known as biological response modifiers, which help reduce the impact of allergens, viruses, and carcinogens on our bodies. Furthermore, its extract has also been proven to slow collagen degradation to help prevent fine lines and wrinkles from appearing.
This extract offers an effective yet gentle alternative to harsh chemical peels and other costly resurfacing treatments, relieving dark spots, freckles, and other skin conditions while moisturizing. Perfect for all skin types.
Hibiscus can work wonders with other Botanics skin care ingredients to boost your complexion and self-esteem. You’ll find it in everything from cleansers and moisturizers to creams and toners; all will leave your skin hydrated, smooth, and bright without chemicals or harsh additives clogging up your system. Or use it as a toner by swiping across after cleansing or between skin-care steps!
Willow bark extract
Willow bark extract is an all-natural source of salicylic acid, an antibacterial and astringent agent that can help regenerate skin and treat acne. Willow bark also reduces pore size while helping remove excess oil, providing natural exfoliants and supporting cell turnover – perfect for sensitive skin!
Willow bark is loaded with flavonoids, an essential type of polyphenol with antioxidant properties. Flavonoids help combat free radicals and protect against oxidative damage; they also reduce fine lines and wrinkles, improve skin elasticity, and increase firmness. Furthermore, Willow bark serves as an anti-inflammatory ingredient.
This plant makes an excellent addition to cleansers, toners, and moisturizers. Its mucilage content helps lock in moisture for soft skin. Furthermore, this ingredient’s anti-ageing and preservative properties provide added benefits as a natural preservative. At the same time, its antimicrobial qualities prevent bacteria from causing acne outbreaks – a bonus if you have dry or combination skin types!
White willow bark is known for containing anti-inflammatory salicin, a close relative of salicylic acid. Additionally, flavonoids and phenolic acids have tonic and astringent properties and are an excellent source of fatty acids. Willow bark should generally be considered safe, but some individuals may experience side effects like itching or rashes while using this medicine.
Willow bark can make an excellent addition to cleansers and toners, as it helps remove dead skin cells that clog up pores and cause breakouts. Furthermore, it has also been proven as an excellent source of vitamin A, which can provide anti-ageing benefits.
Willow bark extract’s antimicrobial properties can help combat acne and other forms of bacterial infection and provide UV ray protection that may otherwise lead to sun damage and premature aging. Willow bark extract can also be combined with other botanical ingredients to create powerful face masks.
Avoid Willow Bark Extract If You are allergic to Aspirin or have liver disease or blood-clotting disorders; also recommended for children and pregnant or breastfeeding women.
