St. John's Wort Extract 1 L

St. John's Wort Extract – A Natural Ingredient for Soothing and Restoring Skin

St. John's Wort extract is a powerful natural active known for its anti-inflammatory, antiseptic, and regenerating properties. Rich in flavonoids, hypericin, tannins, and essential oils, it helps soothe the skin, accelerate healing, and restore the skin’s barrier functions. St. John's Wort extract is widely used in cosmetics for sensitive, irritated, and inflamed skin, as well as in hair care products to strengthen hair and improve scalp health.

Properties and Benefits

• Provides anti-inflammatory and healing effects, accelerating skin regeneration
• Soothes irritation, redness, and itching, suitable for sensitive skin
• Evens out skin tone, helps reduce post-acne marks and minor scars
• Strengthens hair, improves scalp condition, and combats dandruff
• Protects skin from environmental stress and prevents dryness

Usage

• Facial creams and serums – add 0.5–2% for sensitive and problematic skin care
• Cleansing lotions and toners – use up to 3% to reduce inflammation and improve skin texture
• Shampoos and hair masks – add 1–3% to strengthen hair and care for the scalp
• Soaps and shower gels – include up to 5% for soothing and antiseptic effects

Professional Recipe: Soothing Cream for Sensitive Skin with St. John's Wort Extract

Ingredients:

• Distilled water – 50 ml
• Lavender hydrosol – 20 ml
• St. John's Wort extract – 5 ml
• Sweet almond oil – 10 ml
• Shea butter – 5 ml
• Emulsifier (Olivem 1000) – 4 g
• Vegetable glycerin – 3 ml
• Panthenol – 2 ml
• Vitamin E – 1 ml
• Chamomile essential oil – 2 drops
• Preservative (Cosgard) – 0.8 ml (1% of total mass)

Preparation:

1. In a sterile container, mix distilled water and lavender hydrosol.
2. In a water bath, melt shea butter, sweet almond oil, and emulsifier until fully dissolved.
3. Combine the water and oil phases at 60°C, stirring thoroughly to achieve a creamy texture.
4. After cooling to 40°C, add St. John's Wort extract, glycerin, panthenol, and vitamin E.
5. Introduce chamomile essential oil and preservative, mix thoroughly, and pour into sterile jars.

Usage: Apply the cream to cleansed facial skin in the morning and evening to reduce redness, irritation, and restore the skin’s barrier. The cream is suitable for daily use and has a shelf life of up to 3 months due to the added preservative.

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