Equisetum arvense leaf extract

Equisetum arvense leaf extract

AKA “Horsetail Extract”

Extract

Ingredient Facts

Equisetum arvense leaf extract

AKA: Horsetail Extract

Extract · Soothing · EWG: 4

Plant-Derived

Emollient

Soothing

Astringent

Skin Conditioner

Extract

Clean

Horsetail leaf extract from Europe and North America that gently tones and conditions skin while soothing irritation. It helps tighten and refine the complexion.

Family

Equisetaceae

Plant Part

Leaf

Climate

Temperate

CAS #

71011-23-9

Form

Liquid

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Functions

Astringent

Tightens and contracts skin tissue, temporarily shrinking pores and reducing oiliness. That "clean, tight" feeling after toner.

Emollient

Fills in the tiny cracks between skin cells to make everything feel smooth and soft. The "silky finish" ingredient.

Soothing

Calms redness, irritation, and inflammation. Your skin's chill pill — great for sensitive, reactive, or post-procedure skin.

Tonic

moisturizing

Traditional Use

Horsetail leaf extract has been employed in European folk medicine and traditional Chinese medicine for centuries as a strengthening agent for connective tissues. Used topically in traditional skincare for its astringent and mineralizing properties.