Sumac (Rhus Glabra) has been considered valuable in the treatment of gonorrhea and syphilis. The tea has been used to cleanse the system and to treat leukorrhea, sores and wounds, bowel complaints, diabetes, fevers, and mouth sores.
Plant extracts & derivatives
Plant extract aka botanical extract-based skin care products are one of the biggest trends in the beauty industry in recent years. Being naturally balanced and dense in active ingredients, botanical extracts are excellent fighters against skin aging and inflammation.
Rhus Semialata is one of two distinct varieties of Rhus chinensis (Chinese sumac), a shrubby tree growing in East and South Asia.
Rooibos (Aspalathus Linearis) leafs wild-harvested in the Cederberg region (a small area in South Africa) are potent antioxidants, high in polyphenols and rich in minerals.
It is believed that the Greeks first brought the Rose (Rosa Canina) from Greece to southern Italy. They thought the red rose came from the blood of the goddess Aphrodite, whose foot got stuck in a thorn while trying to help Adonis.
It is thought that the Greeks first brought the rose from Greece to southern Italy. They believed the red rose came from the blood of the goddess Aphrodite, whose foot got stuck in a thorn while trying to help Adonis.
Rosa Damascena Flower Water is a clear, transparent liquid with an adorable rose odor. Thanks to its soothing and anti-inflammatory properties, Damask rose water significantly decreases edema by inhibiting the mediators of inflammation.
Thanks to their antiseptic, astringent, soothing, and toning properties, Roselle flowers have been used in folk medicine to treat numerous skin conditions.
Rosmarinus Officinalis speeds up cell renewal rate, eliminates acne and impurities, and stimulates dermal micro-circulation, lessening damaged capillaries and varicose veins.
Rosemary (Rosmarinus Officinalis) was thought to possess extraordinary powers of protection against evil spirits and demons. It was also a symbol of remembrance, friendship, and love.
Blackberry (Rubus Villosus) leaves have been used as a remedial agent. Blackberry leaves contain much tannin and have long been esteemed as a capital astringent and tonic.
Sage leaf extract is an organic skincare ingredient and natural antioxidant. The leaves of the small evergreen perennial are used in organic skincare products for their tonic, astringent, and soothing properties.
Salix Alba Bark Extract is an orange-brown to red-brown liquid with a characteristic odor. It is a natural ingredient derived from white willow bark.
Willow, of the family Salicaceae and genus Salix, is a common species in North America. The Black Willow (Salix nigra) tree, found in the eastern part of the North American continent, is famous for its dark brown, ridged bark.
This Chinese plant, Chinese Red Root Salvia (Salvia Miltiorrhiza), not to be confused with the more common Salvia Officinalis or Sage herb, has been used to increase metabolism, immunity, and blood circulation, as well as to treat coronary heart disease and ulcers.
To the ancient Arabians, Sage (Salvia Officinalis) was associated with immortality and longevity. They also credited Salvia Officinalis with increasing mental capacity.
Soapwort (Saponaria Officinalis) was obviously used in soaps. As its name implies, Soapwort forms a soap-like lather rich in saponins, which are natural cleansing agents.
Sasa Quelpaertensis Extract is a yellowish liquid with a characteristic odor. Sasa Quelpaertensis (Jeju Jolitdaecha) is an indigenous plant that grows only at Mt. Halla on Jeju Island, located south of the Korean peninsula.
Serenoa Serrulata fruit extract is a highly purified (>90%) lipophilic extract of Saw Palmetto berries rich in fatty acids. It is decolorized up to yield light yellow color.
Schisandra Chinensis Fruit Extract is a yellow to orange, oily liquid derived from Chinese berry grapes that restores the firmness of aged skin. It focuses on stimulating the synthesis of collagen XVII and Ladinin-1, boosting skin cohesion.
The root extract of this medicinal plant contains more than 40 bioactive compounds, including flavonoids, terpenoids, polysaccharides, and essential oil with volatile components.
Tripleurospermum maritimum extract is a popular and recognized ingredient in the cosmetics industry for its anti-inflammatory and soothing properties reducing irritation, itching, and redness of sensitive skin. It's suitable for the face and sensitive eye area.
Selaginella Lepidophylla (Resurrection plant) is a desert plant that can endure almost total desiccation (loss of cellular water down to <5%) for long periods, losing all appearance of life.
Silk tree extract is also known as Albizia Julibrissin bark extract has antioxidant, anti-aging, and immunostimulating properties, thus used in many skincare formulations.
Slippery elm (Ulmus fulva) is a member of the Elm family (Ulmaceae). The tree is also called gray elm, Indian elm, moose elm, red elm, soft elm, and sweet elm. It is a medium-sized, deciduous tree of moderately fast growth growing to 50-80 feet tall. The trunk is dark brown to reddish brown.
A rich source of polysaccharides, Snow Mushroom binds moisture to skin’s surface for a smoother, softer feel, while combating free radicals, diminishing age spots and naturally brightening the skin.
Solanum Lycopersicum Fruit Extract is a natural active ingredient obtained from tomato fruits, rich in carotenoids used in cosmetic formulations.
It's an eco-certified ingredient extracted from goldenrod. This plant had been used traditionally as a medicinal plant, as an astringent, and in wound healing.
The common sorrel extract is a natural remedy against spider veins thanks to an antiplatelet effect.
St. John’s wort extract is widely used to care for irritated and reddened skin against sunburn, erythema, and superficial burns thanks to its anti-inflammatory, healing, softening, soothing, and purifying properties.