Horse Chestnut Extract

HORSE CHESTNUT (AESCULUS HIPPOCASTANUM) Habitat: Native to Mid and Southeastern Europe, cultivated in temperate North America. Appearance: Deciduous tree-reaching heights of up to 100 ft. with prickly green seed pods that mature in autumn when they split open and release up to three brown nuts. Odor: Nutty green odor. Functional Benefits: Astringent, anti-inflammatory benefits for products treating reddened, irritated or sensitive skin. Used as a protecting for facial and hand/nail products.