Functions
Anti-histamin
Anti-inflammatory
Regeneration booster
Antiseptic
Skin conditioning
Soothing
CAS Number(s)
84696-20-8
EINECS number(s)
283-638-4
In traditional medicine, Marrubium vulgare (Horehound) is used to treat bronchitis, coughs, and colds. It is also known for its properties to treat stomach diseases, lack of appetite, and fever.
The leaves and young flowering stems are antiseptic, antispasmodic, diuretic, strongly expectorant, and tonic. Horehound is used externally to promote the healing of wounds, as well as antifungal ingredients.
Marrubium Vulgare extract protects the skin from allergic reactions induced by UV radiation. Through its anti-histaminic properties, this ingredient is especially suitable for all types of soothing formulations, mainly targeted to sensitive skin.
Marrubium Vulgare extract leaves anti-histaminic, anti-inflammatory, wound healing, antifungal, and antimicrobial effects in skin care applications and is usually used in 1-3 % concentrations. It is suitable for all types of formulations for sensitive skin. It is used in protective daycare products (especially for irritated and stressed skin), recovery treatments, wellness and anti-stress care formulations, and after-sun products.See also
Synonyms
Horehound extract
Marrubium AO
Horehound
Plant
F.A.Q.
What are the benefits of Marrubium Vulgare Extract?
Marrubium vulgare contains several beneficial compounds with the following effects:
- Diterpenes (Marrubiin) - with antispasmodic on smooth muscle and analgesic effect, anti-inflammatory, choleretic action.
- Phenolic acids: chlorogenic acid, phenylethanoids (Marruboside) - Antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, antimicrobial, and cyclooxygenase inhibitor action
- Flavonoids (apigenin, luteolin derivatives) - antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, anti-edema, and hemolytic effects
- Phytosterols (b-sitosterol, etc.) - anti-inflammatory, bactericidal activity, analgesic
- Essential oil - Antimicrobial, antioxidant, spasmolytic
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