Root
Skin lightening. Wound healing. Emollient. Moisturizing. Anti-inflammatory. Soothing. Sensitive or irritated skin. Antioxidant. Anti-aging.
Europe
Inflammations of the digestive / respiratory tract or skin. Emollient for the treatment of respiratory ailments, gastric ulcer and inflammation / ulcerations of the mouth and skin.
In Greek "Althea" means medical.