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Urtica Dioica Leaf Extract

Stinging nettle leaf extract is a botanical used for its soothing and antioxidant plant compounds.

What it is

Extracted from stinging nettle leaves, this botanical contains minerals and antioxidant compounds and is traditionally used to soothe and condition skin. It is included in formulas aimed at calming and balancing the skin.

Safety & warnings

Generally well tolerated as a processed extract; botanicals can rarely cause reactions.

Origin & sourcing

Botanical extract from the leaves of the stinging nettle plant.

Questions everyone asks

What does nettle extract do?

It is a soothing, antioxidant botanical used to calm and condition skin.

Does it sting like the plant?

No, the processed extract does not have the fresh plant's stinging effect.

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