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OINTMENT 50 g
SKIN CONDITIONS
SKIN PROTECTION AND REGENERATION

Thanks to the action of the plants that compose it, the ointment is useful for the health and well-being of the skin: it can have a therapeutic effect on common skin conditions, reduce redness, irritation, cracking, itching, sunburn and minor burns. Adjuvant in the treatment of acne, eczema and psoriasis dermatoses. It restores elasticity to the skin and improves its appearance.

COMPOSITION
Calendula officinalis extract
Arctium lappa extract
Hamamelis virginiana extract
Helichrysium italicum extract
Hypericum perforatum extract
Juglans regia leaf extract
Mahonia aquifolium extract
Malaleuca alternifolia extract
Mimosa tenuiflora bark extract
Oenothera biennis extract
Rosehip oil extract
Viola tricolor extract

COMPONENT PROPERTIES

Calendula officinalis:

The main activities are linked to its anti-inflammatory, antiseptic, antispasmodic action. The anti-inflammatory properties are attributable to the triterpene alcohols and the simultaneous presence of high quantities of manganese and carotene while the essential oils and flavonoids have an antiseptic and healing action. The vulnerary property is determined by an increase in the phagocytic activity of the SRE, by the increase in fibrin which quickly leads to the closure of wounds and the formation of granulation tissue. The presence of mucilages guarantees emollient, soothing, refreshing, re-epithelializing activities and at the same time isolates and protects the irritated parts and conditions their degree of humidity. External use is the most common use of Calendula, in the treatment of dry, chapped, delicate, easily reddened and itchy skin. Its action is documented in all types of wounds and sores that are slow to heal and easily infected by bacteria, in delayed healing, ulcers, burns, boils, eczema.

Arctium lappa:

Excellent draining at the hepato-biliary level, it allows the elimination of toxins by the body especially at the skin level. Its local action is mainly aimed at treating skin problems by promoting the elimination of toxins produced by the body, as in the case of dermatoses such as acne, eczema, cradle cap.

Witch Hazel Virginiana:

The action performed is astringent, anti-inflammatory, haemostatic and vasoconstrictor. The anti-inflammatory action is expressed through the stabilization of vascular cells while the astringent action is expressed on the closure of cell membranes and reduces capillary permeability. At the beginning of its pharmacological history, it was used exclusively to soothe skin redness caused by the sun, prevent erythema and aging. In fact, women dedicated to working in the fields have always found in it an effective aid in maintaining clear and velvety skin. Even today it offers an efficacy that is difficult to replace in spontaneous redness of the skin (couperose).

Helichrysium italicum:

The main components of the plant are flavonoids (colorless flavonoids, helichrysins), colored chalcones, sequiterpene lactones, caffeic acid, chlorogenic acid, essential oils and phytosterols. The use of the plant in skin diseases is traditionally known for its anti-allergic, anti-eczematous and anti-psoriatic activity, as it reduces itching and promotes the regeneration processes of the epidermis. It helps soothe burns, treat sunburn and acts in the regression of chilblains and edemas due to microcirculation stasis. According to studies, helichrysum acts according to an ACTH and cortisone-like anti-reaction mechanism. The sterol and triterpenic compounds present in it are to be considered pre-hormones, as the body, especially in cases of deficiency, can transform them into adrenal cortical hormones.

Hypericum perforatum:

It is therapeutically indicated for its anti-inflammatory, healing, antiseptic activity. For external use, in fact, it is particularly indicated in the treatment of retroviruses (stomatitis, gingivitis, labial and genital Herpes simplex): terpenoids, phenolic compounds and alkaloids interfere with the mechanisms of viral replication and block the maturation processes of virions.

Mahonia aquifolium:

Its active ingredients are extracted from the root bark of the plant. They inhibit the lipoxygenase enzyme, thus reducing inflammation. It also has antioxidant properties, antihistaminic and anticholinergic action, in particular it increases the production of T lymphocytes. It has a significant antimicrobial activity on bacteria, chlamydia, viruses, fungi and protozoa. Thanks to these characteristics it is successfully used, among other things, in skin dysfunctions.

Melaleuca alternifolia:

It is best known for its germicidal power. It is successfully used in skin infections from both bacteria and fungi. It stimulates repair processes, has anti-inflammatory and anti-itch action.

Mimosa tenuiflora:

It is mainly indicated for anti-inflammatory and anti-edematous treatment. Thanks to the action of triterpenic saponins (also present in Calendula officinalis), the following are inhibited: a) the migration of leukocytes towards inflamed sites, weakening inflammation, b) the depolymerization of glycosaminoglycans in the perivascular connective tissue, preserving correct vascular permeability and limiting the risk of edema. Phytosterols, on the other hand, have anti-inflammatory properties due to the inhibition of the biosynthesis of prostaglandins PGE2 and PGF2±. The anti-inflammatory and anti-edematous action of triterpenic saponins and phytosterols is strengthened by the tannin component, particularly abundant in the bark and glycolic extracts of Mimosa tenuiflora. In fact, tannins have marked astringent properties; These compounds interact with the surface proteins of the skin forming a protective layer that limits both bacterial growth and secretion from the inflamed tissue. The antibacterial and antifungal effect is nonspecific and targets fungi, yeasts, Gram+ and Gram- bacteria.

Oenothera biennis:

Among the therapeutic qualities of evening primrose, it is worth highlighting the contribution of gamma linoleic acid, present in the oil obtained by pressing the seeds. A low contribution of this acid, in fact, is responsible for problems such as eczema, growth retardation, hypercoagulation and alteration of the synthesis of prostaglandins (PGE1), substances responsible for inflammatory conditions. Evening primrose oil is also used in the treatment of acne, atopic eczema, in the prevention of the appearance of wrinkles and to promote skin elasticity.

Rosehip:

It grows spontaneously in the Andean region where it was brought by Europeans. Its oil has a regenerating action on various types of scars. After two/three weeks of application, it is possible to observe an increase in epidermal regeneration and epidermopoiesis, with an increase in the migration cycle of keratin from the basal layer to the superficial stratum corneum. These actions allow for epidermal regeneration and normalization of the pigment. The trans-retinoic acid (an isomer of vitamin A) contained in Rosa moschata oil increases the number and activity of fibroblasts in the dermis, improves microvascularization, promoting intense angiogenesis of small vessels of normal size in the dermis, giving the integument a clearer and fresher appearance and more elastic skin. It is also an excellent remedy for sunburn, smoothes scars, attenuates expression lines and age spots, regenerates dry and damaged skin.

Viola tricolor:

It contains mucilages that have anti-inflammatory, emollient and anti-itch properties. It is used in the treatment of skin conditions, such as acne, eczema, psoriasis, cradle cap, thanks to the presence of flavonoids. It has an effective draining action capable of counteracting the poor functioning of natural excretory systems: liver, kidneys, intestine and especially skin.

PHARMACEUTICAL FORM
50g ointment

HOW TO USE
Three, four applications per day.

CONTRAINDICATIONS AND SIDE EFFECTS

Pharmacological studies do not report toxicity and no significant side effects are reported.