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Equisetum Arvense Extract

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This botanical extract is also known as horsetail extract. It mainly acts as an emollient, skin soother, and astringent.

A study from 2023 found compounds in Equisetum Arvense showed significant anti-inflammatory effects in irritated keratinocytes (the main cell in your outermost layer of skin).

Another study using a cream with horsetail and soybean extract found 80% of participants showed at least a 26% improvement in forehead wrinkles after 8 weeks.

Animal research has shown topical Equisetum Arvense stimulated skin and tissue growth in mice.

The research so far is encouraging, but still in its early days. But it's a lovely supporting ingredient and can be a welcome addition to any routine.

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Users who like it
78%
Users who avoid it
22%

What it does

Astringent Tending to draw together or constrict tissues; styptic. may unclog pores, remove excess oil, shrink appearance of pores, tighten skin, cleanse irritants from skin, reduce inflammation, reduce acne, provide anti-bacterial benefits
Emollient Having the quality of softening or soothing the skin.
Soothing Having a calming, assuaging, or relieving effect
Tonic Used remove soap residues and moisturize

Prevalence

Less common Percentage of products that contain it
0.5%
Top categories
Moisturizers
Treatments
Cleansers
Position Predominant list placement
Bottom 50%

References

pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov www.cir-safety.org www.mdpi.com

CosIng Data

CosIng ID 33774
INCI Name EQUISETUM ARVENSE EXTRACT
EC #  275-123-8
All Functions Astringent, Emollient, Soothing, Tonic