Helichrysum in Herbal Medicine: Properties of Helichrysum

constituted by the flowering tops

(nerol, neryl acetate, geraniol, eugenol)

Flavonoids (elicrisine)

of helichrysum has anti-inflammatory and anti-allergic activities, especially for the respiratory system.
In cosmetics, the extracts of helichrysum are used in solar products and in products for the cleansing of oily, asphyxiated, comedonic or irritated skin.