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Hawthorn

Crataegus monogyna

Part of the plant used

Part of the plant used

Leaves and flowers

Major cosmetic applications

Major cosmetic applications

Extract = Antioxidant. Photoprotection. Hair color protection. Hair growth stimulating. Anti-inflammatory. Sensitive and/or irritated skins. Astringent. Oil = TEWL regulation. Anti-inflammatory. Anti-irritation. Purifying. Antiseptic.

Inception growing area

Inception growing area

Europe, North Africa and Asia

Traditional uses

Traditional uses

Gout. Hemorrhoids. Astringent. Cardiotonic.

Curiosities

Curiosities

Used since ancient Greece for menstruation and cramps.

Provital products

Provital products