Solanum dulcamara extract (inci)
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Solanum dulcamara extract is the extract from the stems of Solanum dulcamara (syn.: Solanum dulcamara stem extract), the bitter-sweet nightshade, a plant from the nightshade family, which is also used for phytotherapy (medicinal plant) and is native to Europe, North Africa and North America.
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Steroid alkaloids, saponins, tannins, pectins. For the steroid alkaloid solasodine (solasonine) cortisone-like effects have been proven.
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Solanum dulcamara extract is used in cosmetic formulations. The extract has astringent, anti-inflammatory and antimicrobial effects. Cosmetically, the extract is used as a skin care product.
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Commission E has positively monographed the dried 2-3 year old stems for supportive therapy of chronic eczema. Usually 1.0-2.0g of drug is prepared on 250ml of water and used for envelopes.