Edelweiss Herbasol® Extract Sunflower Oil is an oily extract Edelweiss herbs (Herba Leontopodii) in Sunflower seed oil. Edelweiss (Leontopodium alpinum) in the family Asteraceae, is a perennial alpine plant. The characteristic white star-shaped flower head which at first appears to be the flower petals, covered with a woolly, white down, are in fact leaf bracts which protect the tiny globular flowers in the centre. The edelweiss has long been a symbol of alpine pastures and purity. Native to Europe, particularly associated with Switzerland, although it can be found in may alpine regions of both Europe and Asia. It grows at altitudes of 2000 to 3000 metres. All Lipoid Kosmetik extracts of Edelweiss are prepared from cultivated Edelweiss and not from wild-picked plants. Properties include Antibacterial, Anti-blemish, Anti-inflammatory, Antioxidant, Free radical scavenger, Anti-ageing, Blemished skin, Body care, General skin care, Hand + foot care, Sensitive / dry skin, Anti-ageing, General hair care, Bath + shower care, Deodorant.