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The
Bearberry, a small shrub, with decumbent, much branched, irregular
stems and evergreen leaves, is distributed over the main part
of the Northern Hemisphere, being found in the northern
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latitudes
and high mountains of Europe, Asia and America.
Significance in cosmetics
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In consequence of the powerful astringency of theleaves, Uva-Ursi has a place not only in all the old herbals, but also in the modern Pharmacopoeias.
Used for :
- Active spots and pigments concentrate
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Bush
known for its fruit with a particular flavour. Rich in vitamin
A and B. Contains tannin and flavones. Its astringent properties
are completed by its faculty to regenerate the epidermis and
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rH of the skin. Bilberry extracts are often used in cosmetics to stimulate
micro blood circulation (redness) and to relieve the eye contoue
(rings).
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Tree
from the northern hemisphere, the bark of which is white.
Its essence extract contains saponin, vitamin C, tannin, lime,
etc….
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This essence was used to whiten the hands in the countries
where there are many white birches.
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The
flowers of the bitter orange tree produce, after distillation,
a very perfumed extract, that is called bitter orange essence.
Its fragrance has a calming effect.
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Bitter orange is used in cosmetics for this same calming effects,
as well as for its antipruriginous effect, to cure sensitive
and dry skins.
Significance in cosmetics
- Calming.
Used for :
- Orange
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