Description of Pansy / Viola tricolor
It is an annual or short-lived perennial herb with rounded to heart shaped leaves and three-colored flowers, originating in Europe and Asia.
Pansy (Viola tricolor) to soothe and treat skin conditions and to fight skin imperfections.
In folk remedies, a poultice of wild pansy (Viola tricolor) is applied to any skin ailment to help clear it up, and the proven anti-microbial effect of this plant has validated its ancient use.
This herb has traditionally been used for acne, but also for any skin imperfections, including eczema, pruritus or any condition where inflammation was present.
Recent clinical trials have confirmed the antimicrobial effect of this plant while the anti-inflammatory effect of Pansy helps for a vast array of skin imperfections, as well as an anti-aging ingredient, as any inflammatory condition may contribute to aging.
Apart from this, it also contains good antioxidant properties and has a soothing action on the skin.
Cosmetic classification of Pansy / Viola tricolor
Pansy / Viola tricolor extract is an extract of the pansy (violet) Viola tricolor (Family Violaceae) and is classified as a biological product.
