St. John's Wort
Hypericum Perforatum Flower Extract, Hypericum Perforatum Extract
St. John's Wort is known for its pharmacological effects. Caution is advised as the red dye present in this plant has a photosensitizing effect, thus increases the photosensitivity of the skin. However, St. John's Wort is characterized by its anti-inflammatory and antibacterial effect. It can be used for poorly healing wounds, eczema, dermatitis, and bruises and is considered extremely amicable. Blemish prone and sun-damaged skin benefits from these effects.
Cosmetic properties:
- increases the photosensitivity of the skin, more suitable for use in the evening
- strong anti-inflammatory and anti-bacterial effects
- optimal for treating wounds, sun-damaged & blemished skin
- highly beneficial for eczema & dermatitis, particularly well tolerated
See: Heike Käser 2010 "Natural Cosmetic Raw Materials", Linz, Freya Verlag, 3rd Edition 2012
In aromatherapy, St. John's Wort mitigates depression, is harmonizing and tonic. It is soothing and helps fight insomnia.
See. Markus Schirner 2002 "Aromatic Oils" Schirner Verlag, Darmstadt, 4th edition 2011
Products with St. John's Wort
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- Ideal for dry & damaged skin
- Alleviates slightly inflamed skin
- Perfect as after-sun care
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- Recommended for rough skin
- Softens dry hands
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- Recommended for very dry & irritated skin
- Soothes & regenerates
- Unscented
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- Contains mood-uplifting active ingredients
- For dry & stressed skin
- Ideal as a massage oil
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- Ideal treatment for burns
- Relieves redness
- Refreshing & hydrating
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- Ideal treatment for skin problems
- Tones
- Astringent effect
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- Ideal for irritated & impure skin
- Clarifying effects
- Antibacterial properties
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- For dry & stressed skin types
- Soothing oil
- For stressed joints & muscles
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- Stimulates cell renewal
- Doubles as a hair oil
- Aluminium bottle with a pump