Stinging Nettle - Urtica Dioica
○ Powerful antioxidant
○ Reduces inflammation and irritation in the skin
○ Accelerates the healing process of wounds and eczema
What is stinging nettle?
Some people consider nettles to be weeds because they grow so easily and abundantly, but these plants actually contain an incredible amount of nutritious ingredients, both when eaten and when used in skincare.
Nettle is an herbal plant that has been used medicinally and in cooking for centuries. Nettle leaves are now often used in tea drinks and this tea may promote healthy pregnancy, reduce inflammation and improve bladder and kidney function.
Nettle has small prickly hairs on its leaves and stems that can sting if touched. Nettle is rich in vitamins A and C, iron, potassium, manganese and calcium.
What does nettle help with?
Because nettle has such a high level of antioxidants, it has protective and anti-aging effects.
Nettle has also been shown to regulate sebum production in the skin, which will help with acne and impure skin. It is soothing and also reduces red and irritated skin.
Nettle speeds up the healing process of wounds and burns, as well as eczema and other rashes. Nettle is a versatile herb that can be used as an extract in skin care products to utilize the wonderful properties of nettle.
What is special about our Nettle?
Our nettle is wild and harvested in Norway. It is certified organic. Our nettle is of the Arctic type and therefore resistant and has a high nutritional content.
