May be used in eye creams, cleansers, and face masks.
Uses
Marshmallow root extract may soothe redness, relieve inflammation, and help retain moisture in skin.
Benefits
• May calm down sun-exposed skin
• May help with skin irritation
• Has anti-inflammatory properties
• Contains mucilage
Usage Rate
The usage for this product depends on the nature of the formulation, thus there is no exact recommended concentration.
Strengths
Marshmallow root extract may provide anti-inflammatory benefits as it hydrates skin.
Caution
The perennial plant marshmallow root (Althaea officinalis) is native to Europe, Western Asia, and Northern Africa. For thousands of years, it has been used as a folk cure for skin disorders.
Its capabilities are derived from its mucilage content. Marshmallow root's anti-inflammatory properties may also aid in the relief of skin irritation caused by furunculosis, eczema, and dermatitis. Marshmallow root can be used to improve the look of skin that has been exposed to UV radiation.