PETASITES VULGARIS LEAF EXTRACT

Ingredient type: PLANT EXTRACTS

✨ Role: Petasites vulgaris leaf extract, also known as butterbur, is used in cosmetics for its soothing and anti-inflammatory properties. It can help reduce redness and irritation, offering comfort for sensitive or reactive skin.

Ingredient type: Water-soluble

‍⚕️ Safety: Generally considered safe. However, people with allergies to plants in the Asteraceae family (such as ragweed) should use it with caution.

✨ Vegan: Yes

✨ To know: Although butterbur has beneficial effects, it's important to make sure it's properly formulated to remove the pyrrolizidine (PA) alkaloids, which are naturally present in the plant and can be toxic.

Present in: Moisturizing creams, lotions for sensitive skin, aftershave products and soothing products.