Johanniskraut Pflegeöl (Hypericum perforatum)

St. John's wort care oil (Hypericum perforatum)

Discover the power of St. John's Wort

St. John's wort ("Hypericum Perforatum") oil, also known by the terms red oil, has been used as a healing plant medicine since ancient times. It contains rich active ingredients such as antioxidants and flavonoids that bring healing, antibacterial and antiviral properties to skin care. The main components are palmitic acid, oleic acid and linoleic acid.

How is St. John's wort oil made?

The plant St. John's wort is native to temperate climate zones and blooms at the sunniest time of the year. Fortunately, our flowers come from Germany. The high-quality St. John's wort oil is a macerate, which is macerated from fresh flowers in extra virgin olive oil for several weeks. 100% organic quality and Made in Germany.

What can you use St. John's wort oil for?

St. John's wort oil is used in a variety of ways, especially in the muscular sector. It particularly helps with inflammation, bruising, muscle strains and pain, scar pain, as well as gout and sciatica. It has a soothing, muscle-relaxing, warming and nerve-calming effect.

Suitable for all skin types: especially dry and chapped skin (also for children's skin).

How does St. John's Wort work on the skin?

May help with bruises, muscle pain and strains
The flavonoids found in the flower and their antioxidant and antiviral properties have anti-inflammatory effects that help relieve muscle and joint pain.
Promotion of the regeneration process of the skin
It promotes the formation of new healthy skin tissue and stimulates the circulation of oxygen-rich blood so that it can be transported more quickly to damaged cells. It thus supports the healing process of the skin, for example in the case of wounds and minor burns.
Moisturizes the skin
For cracked, stressed and dry skin, the oil supplies your skin with moisture, which reduces skin tension and promotes a smooth and young complexion.

    The main properties of St. John's wort

    • Anti-inflammatory, antibacterial and antispasmodic effect
    • Warming and relaxing effect for muscles and joints
    • Stimulates blood circulation and calms the nerves
    • Soothes, relieves and cares for damaged and stressed skin
    • Cares for cracked and brittle nails
    • Moisturizing (especially for chapped, stressed and dry skin)

    Application

    St. John's wort oil can be applied to damp skin after the shower and massaged in.

    Important NOTE

    St. John's wort oil can make the skin more sensitive to light, which can cause sunburn to occur more quickly. We therefore recommend using it only after sunbathing. We also advise pregnant women not to use it.

    Only suitable for external care use and for healthy skin. If you have sensitive skin, it is advisable to test the oil on a small area of ​​skin first and observe the skin reaction.

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