Plant and Herbs

Bergenia Crassifolia root extract for Skin and Body

Bergenia crassifolia root extract is native to central Asia and has been used to treat a lot of diseases. It contains 104 bioactive compounds and its active ingredients are arbutin and bergenin. 

What are the benefits of Bergenia Crassifolia root extract for the skin and body?

For the skin:

  • It has anti-wrinkle properties along with the ability to prevent tyrosinase activity.
  • It is anti-inflammatory and can help with wound healing.
  • It is filled with antioxidants and its active ingredient is bergenin which has a lot of pharmacological uses.

For the body:

It has anti-tumour, anti-obesity, antidiarrheal, stomach disorders, anti-asthma, antiviral, antidiabetic, antipyretic, anti-flatulent, immunomodulatory, antifungal, pulmonary affection, antihypertensive, anti-haemorrhoidal, antilithiatic, hepaprotective, antidotary, antiprotozoal, ecbolic, cerebroprotective, deobstruent, antiepileptic, antiarrhythmic, etc.

Who can use Bergenia Crassifolia root extract?

Bergenia crassifolia root extract should be suitable for all skin types including sensitive skin and skin of colour, but do make sure to conduct a test patch to see if you are allergic to this extract.