z Beauty Herb – Cornflower
Cornflower (Centaurea cyanus) contains many chemical constituents that may be useful in skincare:Â
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Anthocyanins: A cyanidin derivative
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Flavonoids: 12 non-anthocyanin flavonoids, including apigenin derivatives, quercetin, kaempferol, eriodictyol, and taxifolin derivatives
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Phenolic acids: Four phenolic acid derivatives, including chlorogenic, p-coumaric, caffeic, and syringic acids
- N-feruloylserotonin:Â A natural compound that acts as a neutraligand of the chemokine CCL22, which is upregulated in atopic-prone skin
- Fatty acids and terpenoids:Â The oily extract of cornflower contains mainly fatty acids and terpenoids, with emollient, soothing, and antibacterial properties
- Acid chlorogenic:Â Has antioxidant and decongestant properties, for eye care
Cornflower also contains phenoxycarboxylic acid, indole alkaloids, aromatic acids, phenolcarboxylic acids, amino acids, and sugars.Â
Cornflower floral water can:Â
- De-congest and soothe tired, swollen, or irritated eyes
- Relieve and attenuate minor cutaneous irritations by regenerating the skin
- Help regulate sebum secretion and add radiance to the complexion
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