Nettle powder

Externally, is used to treat skin complaints, in hair conditioning, anti-dandruff, tonic and sebostatic formulations. Is astringent, anti-blemish, anti-allergenic.

Organoleptic propeties: fine powder, green colour, specific smell

INCI: urtica dioica leaf

Properties

• antibacterial, anti-blemish, anti-allergenic
• anti-dandruff, anti-seborrheic
• sebum regulation
• astringent, circulatory stimulant
• protection of the skin and hair integrity against oxidative processes
• antipruritic

Applications, usage

• general hair care, greasy hair, hair growth, hair loss formulations, blemished skin and for treatment of oily skin, and miscellaneous skin products
• use as ingredient in masks, shampoo bars, dry shampoo, soaps
• use as 10% water macerate in tonic products, lotions, conditioners, shampoos, rinse solutions

Storage: in a cool, dry place, protected from light

Cautions: do not ingest, keep away from children's reach; cosmetic use