In this article, we'll tell you what immortelle is used for, the cosmetic properties and benefits of immortelle extract , and how to use it in your daily skincare routine.
Humans have always sought beauty and skin care, wanting to look younger, as a way to feel more at ease with themselves. And nature has always provided, from ancient times to the present day, the natural ingredients necessary to accomplish this mission.
That's why today we're going to learn a little more about immortelle extract , one of those "magic ingredients" that were used centuries ago and that today is a "must" for quality natural and organic cosmetics.
Origin and Benefits of the Everlasting Plant
The concentrated extract of Immortelle is obtained from the flowers of a plant whose scientific name Helichrysum italicum , which comes from Greek and means: helyos (sun) and chrysos (gold) “The Golden Sun”.
Helichrysum, or everlasting, is a Mediterranean plant that blooms and bears fruit during the winter months. You can find this plant mainly in Spain, France, Italy, Morocco, and Greece.
A curious fact about this plant is that many ancient cultures considered it sacred and took special care to protect it. In fact, in the Greek and mythological worlds, the flower of this plant was created by Zeus to protect people from lightning, spirits, and fire.
The everlasting flower is widely used in natural and organic creams and serums for its important regenerative, moisturizing, and antioxidant properties.
The yellow flowers of the immortelle leave an intense and distinctive fragrance even when dried. Their aroma is delicate and subtle, reminiscent of a blend of licorice, curry, and other aromatic plants such as rosemary and thyme.
The aroma of the essential oil of the everlasting flower or helichrysum , better known in phytotherapy as the golden sun plant, is unique and typically Mediterranean.
In fact, some curious people say that Napoleon recognized that he was reaching his land, before he could set foot on it, because of the famous smell of this flower.
Before going into detail about its properties and uses, it's interesting to know that helichrysum, or everlasting, is the perfect plant for gardening enthusiasts, as its care is truly simple. It thrives both indoors and outdoors, grows well in rocky, dry soils, and tolerates cold temperatures without any problems. The only care required for its cultivation is good drainage and changing the substrate every 2-3 years.
But today, in addition to talking about its beauty and fragrance, we're going to discover all the properties of the everlasting flower and why its use is so important in the world of natural cosmetics . That's why the best natural cosmetic brands use the everlasting flower as one of the star ingredients in their most prized lines and products .
You'll be surprised to learn all the properties and uses of this beautiful plant.
Properties and cosmetic uses of the Everlasting or Helichrysum
In Southern Africa, it has been used since ancient times as a medicine and in recipes. In some Mediterranean regions, it was also used in cooking. Currently, it is no longer used in cooking, although in Italy it is still used for the preparation of digestive liqueurs.
But it wasn't until a few decades ago that its value in the formulation of quality natural cosmetics was rediscovered.
The natural extract of everlasting or helichrysum contains numerous active ingredients such as: essential oils, triterpenes, organic acids, flavonoids, tannins, etc.
Recent scientific evidence has confirmed that the everlasting flower has medicinal properties , and many studies today highlight its antiseptic, anti-inflammatory, antiseborrheic, expectorant, diuretic, anti-allergic, digestive, and hepatoprotective properties, among others.
Among them, for its use in natural and organic cosmetics, its healing, regenerative and antioxidant power stands out.
Therefore, the everlasting flower or helichrysum cannot be missing from your cosmetics.
Today's immortelle extract
As we told you previously, the everlasting plant , also known as the golden sun plant, has been used by many countries as a medicinal plant throughout history.
Today , the European Medicines Agency (EMA) has approved its use to treat skin inflammation.
Furthermore, it has great value in the world of organic cosmetics , as it is considered the perfect ally for treating premature skin aging and caring for sensitive or irritated skin , acne, eczema, dermatitis, and even psoriasis.
It is the quintessential ingredient in anti-aging creams and repair serums from certified natural cosmetic brands.
As you can see, the everlasting flower is a natural botanical ingredient that has highly beneficial properties for skin care .
Creams with a high concentration of immortelle have a very effective result due to their antioxidant power .
The antioxidant properties of this plant serve as a natural shield to protect us from all the damage our skin is exposed to: pollution, stress, sun, poor diet... which are the main causes of premature aging.
Immortelle extract is the ultimate anti-aging ingredient, helping to combat wrinkles and lack of firmness while giving the skin a unique glow and luminosity, helping to even out its tone.
So, if you travel to any of the Mediterranean countries in the summer, don't hesitate to observe the beauty of this plant and delight in its special aroma, because it is one of the most complete plants in existence.
A plant that demands nothing, for all that it is capable of offering us.
Why is our immortelle extract special?
When we started looking for extracts, we were very surprised, since the industry that offers natural cosmetic ingredients produces extracts with very low percentages of plant (1%-3%).
The properties of plants can be extracted in several ways, although we will leave the details for another more specific article, we advance that the main extraction method is maceration, and through maceration we can obtain 3 types of extracts:
- Glycerin extracts , if we macerate the plant or flower in glycerin of vegetable and organic origin.
- Oil extracts, if we use vegetable oils (first cold extraction and organic) to macerate the plant or flower, for 40 days.
- Tinctures or alcoholatures , if we macerate the plant or flower in alcohol, for about 15 days.
The industry adds approximately 1% of the plant to reduce the cost of the extracts. We found many companies offering us between 1% and 3% of the plant, but that didn't seem enough, so after months of searching, we managed to obtain a glycerinated immortelle extract with 20% of the plant content, which is between 7 and 20 times more than the cosmetics industry average.
It makes the product more expensive, but the results are so visible that it is worth not skimping on the costs of this extraordinary raw material.
Do you know which products we include immortelle extract in?
If you follow us and know our products, you will have already guessed that it is part of our Anti-Aging Line , and the Facial Toner , which has become a must-have in our daily beauty routine .
You can find immortelle extract in the following Saper products:
· Illuminating Antiox Serum : the jewel in the crown, antioxidant serum with a light emulsion that instantly illuminates the skin thanks to mica particles.
· Anti-Pollution Firming Cream : the most premium and nourishing firming cream in our anti-aging cosmetics with immediate absorption, deeply hydrates and repairs the skin.
Fresh Flower Tonic: The essential facial toner for your beauty routine, it provides extra hydration to your skin with regenerating, soothing, and revitalizing active ingredients. Glycerinated immortelle extract helps retain skin moisture, while also providing all its properties and benefits.
We hope you enjoyed this article. Our goal is to provide you with more and more information about quality natural cosmetics, so you can consciously choose the best products from the best cosmetic brands on the market and thus obtain the best results, knowing how to formulate the highest quality natural cosmetics .
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