Beautiful Elderflower
What are the benefits of Elderflower?
When it comes to natural beauty care, flowers play an important role as natural remedies for a variety of skin and hair conditions. As we return to the roots of our ancestors who harnessed the wonderful properties of botanicals, an important flower we can explore is the Elderflower which has a long history of medicinal use. In addition to this, the properties of this wonderful flower make it a great skin and hair care ingredient.
Elderflowers have anti-inflammatory and antibacterial properties. Regular use of elderflower can therefore promote healthy and clear skin. Elderflower also has anti-microbial and antifungal compounds, all of which powerfully work together to keep acne, breakouts, and other skin conditions at bay. It also useful as a deep cleanser for skin since it helps balance excess oil production which can also assist in the fight against acne and breakouts.
Elderflowers also remove dirt from your pores and have astringent properties. They can have a tightening effect on skin and this leads to a reduction in the size and appearance of pores. This reduction in pore size results in younger looking skin with a more even skin tone and improved complexion. They also heal bruises and burns since they can soothe inflammations and reduce redness and skin irritation.
Elderflowers are rich in bioflavonoids along with other antioxidants which prevent free radical damage that can cause signs of early aging. These properties also make them useful in protecting skin against damage caused by UV radiation and other environmental stressors. They boost blood circulation and being rich in vitamins A, B, C, and E, they can help reduce dullness in the skin along with the appearance of fine lines, wrinkles, age spots, and hyperpigmentation.
Elderflower for your Crown
These same properties also boost scalp and hair health. With their ability to boost blood circulation and their high content of essential vitamins and minerals, elderflowers powerfully deliver intense nutrition to your scalp and the follicles of your hair. This makes your scalp healthy and also strengthens and improves the quality of your hair.
Elderflowers are also popularly used to intensely hydrate hair. This makes them the perfect ingredient to detangle hair and restore them to a state of being smoother and silkier. All in all, elderflowers are a wonderful flower to manage tresses and keep them strong, moisturized, well nourished, and easily managed.