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Lemongrass
INCI Name: Cymbopogon flexuous
Cymbopogon flexuosus, also called Cochin grass, East-Indian lemon grass or Malabar grass, is a perennial grass native to India, Sri Lanka, Burma, and Thailand. It is placed in the genus Cymbopogon (lemongrasses).
Its essential oil is produced by steam distillation of the freshly cut leaves. The oil is anti-infective, stimulates lymph circulation, anti-inflammatory, and insect repellent.
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One of the primary building blocks of hair keratin and skin collagen. A natural moisturizing factor.
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A synthetic peptide that reduces the production of pro-inflammatory interleukins (IL-6 and IL-8).
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An ingredient used for its mattifying, anti-irritant and mineral sunscreen properties.
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Horsetail is an ancient, medicinal plant that is rich in minerals, especially silicon.
