Fireweed Extract
INCI Name:
- Fireweed
- Epilobium angustifolium
The Fireweed (Epilobium angustifolium) is a wild medicinal plant native to North America and Eurasia, traditionally used for its healing and skincare benefits. Its flower, leaf, and shoot extracts are rich in antioxidants, flavonoids, and polyphenols, which help protect the skin from environmental stressors. With its anti-inflammatory and soothing properties, it is excellent for calming sensitive and irritation-prone skin.
Additionally, it may help regulate sebum production, making it an ideal ingredient for oily and problematic skin.
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The best-known antioxidant, it is essential for healthy skin functions and collagen synthesis.
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Promotes increased transport, exchange of skin lipids. Restores the skin's protective barrier function.
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Strengthens barrier function and reduces transepidermal water loss.
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Chamomile speeds up healing processes and is very effective in treating inflamations.
