EQUISETUM ARVENSE/(ARNICA MONTANA/CHAMOMILLA RECUTITA) FLOWER EXTRACT

Name of the plant

Field Horsetail Arnica; European Arnica Blue Chamomile; Common Chamomile; Matricaria

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Used plant parts

Flowers

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Type of preparation

Extract (solvent extract)

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Function(s) of this ingredient in cosmetic products

HUMECTANT

Holds and retains moisture in cosmetic products

SKIN CONDITIONING

Maintains the skin in good condition

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Origin

plant (Information may exclusively reflect the status at initial entry of this ingredient into the relevant INCI dictionary; technological progress may have added new manufacturing options based on substances of different origin)

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Occurrence in cosmetics

Soaps, shampoos, bath additives, aftershave lotions, creams, massage oils, toilet waters

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Background information on use in cosmetics

Arnica (INCI: as a word component ARNICA) is a plant and grows in central European hills and mountains. Its plant extract, which is obtained from the flowers and roots of the plant, is used for homeopathic purposes and in cosmetics. It consists of tannins, carotenoids and flavonoids. In caring cosmetics arnica is used in care creams and facial toners. The blood circulation stimulating effect ensures a better supply of the skin and an increased metabolism and hence a rosy complexion more particularly in the event of pale skin. As a result of the antibacterial and anti-inflammatory effect, arnica is used in care creams for blemish skin, with a tendency for acne. Hair and the scalp can likewise benefit from the blood circulation stimulating effect. Arnica is frequently used for hair lotions and hair tonics. Moreover, arnica is partly used as an ingredient in toothpaste. It supports blood circulation, calms irritated gums and protects against gum bleeding and irritation. Camomile has been considered since antiquity as a well-known medicinal plant. For cosmetic preparations different parts of the plant can be used, eg the flowers and the leaves, but also the essential oil of the entire plant. The plant extracts of the camomile have a soothing effect and relax the stressed or irritated skin, so that they are preferred in cosmetic products for sensitive, blemished or sun-stressed skin.

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Further information

For the clarification of a suspicion of a contact allergy this substance can be routinely tested in the epicutaneous test at the dermatologist.

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Belongs to the following substance groups

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Regulating cosmetics

Cosmetics Ingredients are subject to regulation. Please note, different regulations may apply to cosmetic ingredients outside the EU.