Stinging Nettle Powder

Commonly known as:   Urtica Dioica Leaf Extract/Powder (I.N.C.I.).

Botanical name:   Urtica dioica.

Extraction process:   Grinding of leaves dried in the open air.

Family:   Urticaceae.

Extracted part of the plant:   Leaves.

Cultivation area, origin:   North America and Europe (France).

Blooming:   From June to September.

Origin, provenance:  

Phytochemical composition:   Mineral salts and trace elements (sulphur, zinc, copper, iron, silica, calcium, potassium, magnesium), vitamins (A, B2, B5, B9, C, E, K), flavonoids, tannins, formic acid, phenolic acids, coumarins, histamine.

Sensory properties:   Appearance: Fine powder; Colour: Yellow to green-brown; Odour: Characteristic.

Physical properties:   Soluble in water and alcohol; Insoluble in oil; Recommended dosage: 2 - 7% in cosmetic formulations.

Concerns:   Purifying, astringent, anti-inflammatory, toning, regenerating, revitalising, sebum-regulating, soothing, firming.

Effect:   Oily skin, dull skin, skin with atopic tendencies, blemished skin, dull hair, oily hair, scalps with dandruff, hair loss, brittle nails.