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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A natural moisturizing and soothing ingredient, it helps maintain skin moisture.
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A synthetic peptide that reduces the production of pro-inflammatory interleukins (IL-6 and IL-8).
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Surface-active, foaming substances that are excellent alternatives to sulfate-containing surfactants.
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Great water binding agent, maintains the skin's hydration, elasticity, health, thus reducing wrinkles.
