Chamomilla Recutita (Matricaria) Flower Extract

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1. Fragrance / Fragrance Component - Provides or enhances a particular smell or odor.

Chamomilla Recutita (Matricaria) Flower Extract is an extract from the flowers of the Chamomilla Recutita (Matricaria) plant, otherwise known as the German Chamomile. It is a white and yellow annual flower with an aromatic smell that is native to parts of Europe and Asia, but can now be found in North America and Australia as well.

Chamomile Recutita (Matricaria) Flower Extract has demonstrated a number of beneficial effects for the skin. It has natural healing and skin protective properties. It contains tannic acid, a substance commonly found in creams, sun creams, eye lotions and antiperspirants, and has natural astringent and skin calming properties. It is used in anti-inflammatory, wound healing and photodamage reduction. Chamomile Recutita (Matricaria) Flower Extract is also used in herbal medicine for a sore stomach, skin care, irritable bowel syndrome, and as a gentle sleep aid as well as taken as a herbal tea.