Organic Chickweed Cream 60ml & 120ml

Description

Organic Chickweed Cream is formulated using an infusion of chickweed (Stellaria media) herb combined with nourishing shea butter and apricot kernel oil. Chickweed has a long history of traditional use in herbal skin care and is particularly valued for its cooling and soothing nature.

NOTE: For regulatory reasons, product pages describe ingredients and traditional context only. Information on traditional benefits, historical uses and research can be found on the Traditional Use & Research page.

Traditional Skin Care Use

In traditional herbal practice, chickweed has been associated with calming overheated or irritated skin. Its demulcent (soothing) and refrigerant (cooling) qualities made it a popular plant for external preparations used to comfort the skin.

Chickweed has historically been used in poultices, juices and ointments prepared for topical application, particularly where the skin felt tight, dry or uncomfortable.

History

Chickweed (Stellaria media) has a long history of use in European folk medicine. The common name is thought to originate from its traditional use as bird feed, though historical records show it was also widely used by people.

During the Middle Ages, country folk used chickweed juice as a traditional food source, valued for its vitamin content. Nicholas Culpeper described chickweed as a “fine soft pleasing herb”, traditionally associated with soothing swellings, redness and discomfort when applied externally.

Modern formulations replace historical fats with more refined botanical bases such as shea butter and plant oils while maintaining the traditional intention of gentle skin care.

Scientific Interest

Modern interest in chickweed has focused on its soothing, moisturising and skin-conditioning properties. Its traditional demulcent action aligns with contemporary cosmetic approaches aimed at supporting skin comfort and hydration.

Chickweed continues to be included in botanical skincare preparations intended for gentle, everyday use.

General Information

• Botanical name: Stellaria media

• Common name: Chickweed, Starflower

• Family: Caryophyllaceae

• Habitat: European waysides, gardens and cultivated ground

• Parts used: Whole plant (collected in spring)

• Properties: Demulcent (soothing), Refrigerant (cooling)

Use

Apply to the desired area and gently massage into the skin once or twice daily, or as required.

About the Preservatives in Our Creams

To ensure safety and product stability, this cream contains a 1% dilution of phenoxyethanol, combined with natural glycerine. This helps prevent the growth of bacteria, mould and yeast.

Phenoxyethanol is widely used as a preservative in cosmetic products. The European Commission’s Scientific Committee on Consumer Safety (SCCS) has concluded that phenoxyethanol is safe for use as a cosmetic preservative at concentrations of up to 1%.