Elder

Organic elder extract

INCI name:

Sambucus nigra flower extract

Part(s) used

Flower

Soothing
Organic

The power of plants

The elder is a plant originally from Syria, which has since spread throughout Europe, within South East Asia and north-west Africa. A bush with a large number of branches and regularly serrated leaves, it can be found in sparsely wooded areas and hedges and is often planted alongside village houses. Its scent, when it flowers in June-July, is lovely, thanks to the essential oil its flowers contain. In traditional medicine, elder flowers are used for their diuretic and purifying properties. In cooking, all parts are used – the bark, leaves, flowers and fruits. The flowers are eaten fried and they add a nutmeg-like flavor when fermented with wine.

Skincare benefits of Organic elder extract

In cosmetics, organic elder extract is used for its soothing effect.

Responsible sourcing

Protecting the soil and biodiversity is a longstanding commitment at Clarins. That’s why we have always given priority to plant-based active ingredients sourced from organic agriculture, grown using sustainable farming methods that respect nature and the health of the soil. Our elder extract is organically-certified and obtained using a natural and environmentally-friendly extraction process.