Myrothamnus
Myrothamnus extract
INCI name:
Myrothamnus flabellifolia leaf/stem extract
Part(s) used:
Stem
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Anti-Ageing
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Organic farming
Clarins’ sourcing
- South Africa
The power of plants
To tolerate the extremely dry conditions of its natural habitat, the mountains of West and South Africa, myrothamnus has developed an amazing survival strategy called reviviscence. In the dry season, during the process of dessication and apparent “death”, the plant’s cells produce a sugary substance known as trehalose which allows them to rehydrate and restart their activities as soon as the first rains fall. In traditional medicine, myrothamnus is used for its toning, revitalizing and soothing benefits.
Skincare benefits of Myrothamnus extract
In cosmetics, myrothamnus extract prevents cellular ageing, thus helping to protect skin from premature ageing caused by stress.
