St. John's Wort Oil

Ingredient type: FAT-SOLUBLE/EMOLLIENT

Ingredient to avoid during pregnancy: Yes

Essential oil

✨ Role: Hypericum perforatum oil, also known as St. John's Wort oil, is primarily used for its soothing and regenerating properties. It helps calm irritated skin, reduces redness, and promotes skin repair, making it an excellent ingredient for skin care products designed for sensitive or damaged skin.

Ingredient type: Fat-soluble

‍⚕️ Safety: Generally safe, but use should be limited due to its photosensitizing potential.

✨ Vegan: Yes

✨ Note: St. John's Wort oil can increase the skin's sensitivity to sunlight, so it is advisable to avoid sun exposure after application. It can also interact with certain medications, so it is important to consult a healthcare professional if in doubt.

Found in: Facial oils, soothing creams, repairing ointments, lotions for sensitive skin.