In this article, we are going to 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.
Human beings have always sought beauty and skin care, wanting to look younger as a way of feeling more comfortable with themselves. And nature has always provided, from ancient times to the present day, the natural ingredients necessary to carry out this mission.
That is why today we are going to get to know immortelle extract a little better, one of those “magic ingredients” that was used centuries ago, and which today, is a “must” in high-quality natural and organic cosmetics.
Origin and Benefits of the Immortelle plant
Concentrated Immortelle extract is obtained from the flowers of a plant with the scientific name Helichrysum italicum, which comes from Greek and means: helyos (sun) and chrysos (gold) “The Golden Sun.”
Helichrysum or immortelle is a Mediterranean plant that flowers and fruits in the winter months. You can mainly find this plant in Spain, France, Italy, Morocco, or Greece.
A curious fact about this plant is that for many ancient cultures, it was considered sacred and was protected with special interest. In fact, in the Greek world and mythology, the flower of this plant was created by Zeus to protect people from lightning, spirits, and fire.
The immortelle 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 peculiar perfume even after they have dried. Its aroma is delicate and subtle, reminiscent of a mixture of licorice, curry, and other aromatic plants such as rosemary or thyme.
The aroma of the essential oil of immortelle or helichrysum, better known in phytotherapy as the golden sun plant, is unique and typically Mediterranean.
In fact, some curious folks recount that Napoleon recognized he was arriving in his homeland, before he could even set foot on it, due to the famous scent of this flower.
Before going into detail about its properties and uses, it is interesting to know that helichrysum or immortelle is the perfect plant for gardening lovers, since its care is really simple; it is both an indoor and outdoor plant, it grows perfectly in rocky, dry soils, and easily withstands the cold. The only care required for its cultivation is good drainage and a change of substrate every 2-3 years.
But today, besides talking about its beauty and perfume, we are going to discover all the properties of immortelle and why its use is so important in the world of natural cosmetics. That is why the best natural cosmetic brands use immortelle as one of the star ingredients in their most prized lines and products.
You will be surprised to learn about all the properties and uses of this precious plant.
Cosmetic properties and uses of Immortelle or Helichrysum
In Southern Africa, it has been used since ancient times as medicine and in the preparation of recipes. It was also used for cooking in some Mediterranean regions. Currently, it is no longer used for culinary tasks, although in Italy it is still used for the preparation of digestive liqueurs.
But it has not been until a few decades ago that its value in the formulation of high-quality natural cosmetics has been rediscovered.
The natural extract of immortelle or helichrysum contains numerous active ingredients such as: essential oils, triterpenes, organic acids, flavonoids, tannins, etc.
Recent scientific tests have confirmed that the immortelle flower has medicinal properties and today there are many studies that highlight its properties: antiseptic, anti-inflammatory, anti-seborrheic, expectorant, diuretic, anti-allergic, digestive, and hepatoprotective properties, among others.
Among them, its healing, regenerating, and antioxidant power stands out for its use in natural and organic cosmetics.
That is why immortelle or helichrysum is a must-have in your cosmetics.
Immortelle extract today
As we told you earlier, the immortelle 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 for treating skin inflammation.
Furthermore, it is of great value in the world of organic cosmetics, as it is considered the perfect ally to treat premature skin aging, and care for sensitive or irritated skin, acne, eczema, dermatitis, and even psoriasis.
It is the ingredient par excellence in anti-aging creams and repairing serums from certified natural cosmetic brands.
As you can see, immortelle 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 to which our skin is exposed: pollution, stress, sun, poor diet… which are the main causes of premature aging.
Immortelle extract is the definitive ingredient against skin aging, as it helps fight wrinkles and loss of firmness, while providing the skin with a unique glow and luminosity, helping to even out the skin tone.
Therefore, if you travel to any of the Mediterranean countries in summer, do not hesitate to observe the beauty of this plant and delight in its special aroma, because it is one of the most complete plants that exist.
A plant that demands nothing, for everything 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 makes extracts with very low plant percentages (1%-3%).
The properties of plants can be extracted in several ways, although we will leave the details for another more specific article, we will tell you in advance that the main method of extraction 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.
- Oily extracts, if we use vegetable oils (first cold-pressed and organic) to macerate the plant or flower for 40 days.
- Tinctures or alcoholates, if we macerate the plant or flower in alcohol for about 15 days.
The industry adds approximately 1% of the plant to lower the cost of the extracts. We found many companies that offered us between 1% and 3% of the plant, but it did not seem enough to us, so after months of searching, we have obtained a glycerin immortelle extract with 20% plant in total, that is, between 7 and 20 times more than the average in the cosmetic industry.
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 cosmetics, 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 the mica particles.
· Anti-Pollution Firming Cream: the most premium and nourishing firming cream in our anti-aging cosmetics with immediate absorption, it deeply hydrates and repairs the skin.
· Fresh Flower Tonic: the essential facial toner in your beauty routine, provides an extra boost of hydration to your skin, with regenerating, soothing, and revitalizing active ingredients. The glycerin immortelle extract helps to retain skin moisture, in addition to providing all its properties and benefits.
We hope you liked the article; our goal is for you to have more information about quality natural cosmetics, so that you can consciously choose the best products from the best cosmetic brands that exist on the market, and thus obtain the best results, knowing how a highest quality natural cosmetic is formulated.
