INCI: Propylene Glycol, Aqua, Helichrysum Italicum Extract.
Helichrysum Italicum is a Mediterranean medicinal plant. It belongs to the large Asteraceae family and has pharmacological actions.
Its yellow flowers are often used as “amaranth”, for decoration.
From the ancient period of Homer poet until today, it continiusly plays an important role in the traditional medicine of the Mediterranean countries.
Helichrysum Italicum Extract contains:
- Flavonoids (naringenin, luteolin, kaempferol quercetin, etc.), with soothing, anti-inflammatory, antibacterial, antioxidant, and emollient effects,
- Tannins, with antioxidant and astringent action,
- Sugars, with moisturizing and softening action.
In vitro studies have shown that Helichrysum italicum is an antimicrobial and anti-inflammatory agent against bacteria (e.g. Staphylococcus aureus, while also showing antifungal activity against Candida albicans.
In vivo studies have shown anti-erythroid, anti-inflammatory, and photoprotective activities in both animals and humans. At the same time, Elichrysos does not show significant levels of cytotoxicity or genotoxicity.
ZELIA’s aqueous helichrysum extract can be added to creams, lotions, personal hygiene products, aftershave, etc. for the care of mature skin.
It has healing properties in cases of skin inflammation due to dermatitis, burns, acne, herpes, wounds, bruises, and eczema.
Usage level: 2 – 7 %
Sources:
Journal of Ethnopharmacology, Volume 151, Issue 1, 10 January 2014, Pages 54-65
https://www.sciencedirect.com/
https://www.mdpi.com/2076-3921/10/3/380
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