The Skin Care Benefits of Azulene
by David
Stanton
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Azulene is a constituent of the volatile oil obtained by steam
distillation from Chamomile, Anthemis nobilis (Roman Chamomile), Achillea
millefolium (Yarrow), or Tanacetum anuum (Blue tansy), and it is
distinguished by it’s spectacular blue colour. Azulenes are unsaturated
blue hydrocarbons, isomers of naphthalene. Chamomile contains a wide
variety of active constituents. Each one of these constituents expresses a
specific action but the fascinating holistic effect is the result of all
of the components working together. The main constituents in the oil from
chamomile are alpha-bisabolol and chamazulene, sesquiterpene derivatives.
Other beneficial substances are present as well, primarily apigenin and a
number of other flavonoids.
Benefits: In clinical studies Azulenes and bisabolol have been shown to
exhibit dramatic anti-inflammatory effects and Chamazulene showed
significant antioxidant protection. In practical terms this means that
application of these natural substances will help to prevent skin
blemishes from developing and will help stop deterioration of skin cells
that leads to wrinkles, fine lines and pigmentation.
Quotes: "With a large list of recent basic research accruing, chamomile
is a perfect example of a herb having diverse therapeutic uses."
"Chamomile preparations are widely used in skin care products to reduce
cutaneous inflammation and other dermatological diseases." George Nemecz,
Ph.D., U.S.Pharmacist/Herbal Pharmacy
Chamomile soothes, heals, combats inflammation and stimulates cell
regeneration. German Chamomile is the variety most widely used in skin
treatment; it is rich in a fatty substance called azulene which has
extraordinary healing, anti-bacterial and anti-inflammatory powers.
Barbara Griggs, author of "The Green Witch – A Modern Woman’s Herbal" and
Green Pharmacy.
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