Loading... Please wait...Horse Chesnut
Green Code: 4
Usage Rate: 0.1-0.25% (1-2.5 grams per kilogram/2.2lbs)
Standardization: 20% Aesbin
INCI: Mica and Aesulus hippocastanum extract
The Horse Chestnut (Aesculus hippocastanum) was introduced to Europe from Asia in the 16th Century. Today, Horse Chestnut Extract has found favour in creams as its reputed to cosmetically improve the appearance of varicose veins, relief of swelling. Clinical studies have proven the effectiveness of horse chestnut and its active ingredient on improving the health of the skin. it helps to prevent “capillary fragility” which leads to "leaking" from the capillaries into the tissue, which causes edema.