All Things Being Eco - Comfrey Macerated Carrier Oil
All Things Being Eco
Comfrey oil is commonly used in skin care due to the high content of allantoin that promotes new skin cell growth. This is great for treatments for skin conditions such as dermatitis, psoriasis, and eczema. It is topically applied to the skin to treat ulcers, wounds, joint inflammation, bruises, rheumatoid arthritis, swollen veins, gout and fractures.
Botanical binomial: Symphytum officinale
Family: Boraginaceae
Country of Origin: France
Part of plant used in production: Leaf and root.
Preservatives: (Yes) Vitamin E
Methods of production: Macerated in sunflower oil
Description: A perennial herb with black, turnip-like root and large, hairy broad leaves bearing small, bell-shaped flowers.
Characteristics: Light yellow liquid with little to no scent.
Properties: Anti-inflammation, Analgesic, Astringent
Constituents: Allantoin, Pyrrolizidine alkaloids.
