Arnica montana is an herbaceous plant that grows mainly in grasslands at altitudes of more than 800 meters. This highland plant, which thrives in acid soils, requires meticulous hand picking. In recent years, arnica crops have been declining due to the expansion of agricultural land, reducing the size of the gathering areas.
Arnica montana L.
HYD ALC extract
France
Code EPF20015
CAS TSCA 8057-65-6
CAS EINECS 68990-11-4
Arnica montana is an herbaceous plant that grows mainly in grasslands at altitudes of more than 800 meters. This highland plant, which thrives in acid soils, requires meticulous hand picking. In recent years, arnica crops have been declining due to the expansion of agricultural land, reducing the size of the gathering areas.
Aware of the environmental issues that jeopardize the future of this plant, we participate in efforts to preserve arnica crops, working in close collaboration with national institutions, local cooperatives and our grower-partners in France.
Flowering aerial part
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Aware of the environmental issues that jeopardize the future of this plant, we participate in efforts to preserve arnica crops, working in close collaboration with national institutions, local cooperatives and our grower-partners in France.
In cosmetics, arnica extracts are used in products like gels, creams, balms and oils. They are also used in products to treat localized pain, superficial phlebitis, varicose veins, heavy legs and pale complexion.