Petasites
Organic petasites extract
INCI nomenclature:
Petasites hybridus leaf extract
Part(s) used:
Leaf
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Body Firming
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Organic farming
Clarins' sourcing
- France
The power of plants
This herbaceous plant grows in humid soil across Europe and Asia. The plant's supple, flexible and resistant leaves inspired Clarins Research. Their impressive size (up to 1 metre in length and 60 cm wide), make the plant agile. The leaves also protect the plant, acting like a vegetal hat. The leaves owe their flexibility to their lattice-like structure – a dense network of veins which transport sap. Upon closer inspection, their nerve network creates a dense, mesh-like structure like that found in the skin. It is grown in the Alps at the Domaine Clarins following a Good Practices Charter regarding wild harvesting which respects nature and the plant. It has traditionally been used to calm migraines and as an anti-inflammatory/analgesic.
Skincare benefits of Organic petasites extract
In cosmetics, organic petasites extract has resculpting properties which help improve skin firmness.
Responsible sourcing
Our organic petasites is hand-picked in France in accordance with good practices for the harvesting of wild plants. It grows at our Domaines among other plants. Nestled at the heart of the Alps at an altitude of 1400 metres, Domaine Clarins Serraval is an open-air laboratory and an exceptional source of organic raw materials. We have grown our own ingredients here since 2016 in rhythm with the seasons. This unique establishment prides itself on respecting the fauna and flora: its regenerative agriculture method (in full compliance with natural habitats and cycles, natural inputs, etc.) strengthens soils and biodiversity. Domaine Clarins Serraval reflects the commitment of the Clarins team in charge of the establishment, which works continuously alongside regional agricultural partners, all of whom share the same attachment to the planet and their professions.
