Below is a comprehensive table and guide to popular botanical tinctures and extracts—including hops, parsley, black currant, witch hazel, ashwagandha, and more—commonly used in facial serums. This resource will help your customers choose the best tincture for their skin goals.
| Botanical Extract | Key Skin Benefits | Skin Type/Concern | Notes |
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| Hydrating, soothing, supports repair | All, sensitive, irritated | Reduces redness, calms sunburn | |
| Healing, calming, anti-inflammatory | Sensitive, irritated, dry | Gentle, supports wound healing | |
| Reduces redness, soothes sensitivity | Sensitive, inflamed | Good for rosacea, eczema | |
| Antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, brightening | Dull, aging, acne-prone | Protects from UV, soothes acne | |
| Brightening, hydrating, evens tone | Dry, mature, uneven tone | Supports collagen, fades dark spots | |
| Firming, anti-aging, cell renewal | Mature, tired, dull | Boosts elasticity, radiance | |
| Brightening, reduces dark spots | Hyperpigmentation, uneven tone | Inhibits melanin, soothes | |
| Anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, evens tone | Dull, uneven, blemished | Fights redness, calms breakouts | |
| Rejuvenating, soothing, antioxidant | Mature, dry, sensitive | Reduces wrinkles, soothes skin | |
| Healing, soothing, anti-aging | Dry, mature, damaged | Traditionally used for healing | |
| Calming, smoothing, anti-inflammatory | Redness-prone, sensitive | Supports clearer skin | |
| Barrier support, soothing, anti-inflammatory | Compromised, sensitive | Strengthens skin barrier | |
| Calming, reduces inflammation | Red, irritated, bruised | Use with caution, patch test first | |
| Balancing, detoxifying, anti-acne | Oily, acne-prone | Supports clearer, balanced skin | |
| Repair, comfort, soothing | Damaged, irritated | Supports healing, mucilage-rich | |
| Soothing, calming | Irritated, sensitive | Gentle, supports comfort | |
| Calming, balancing, anti-inflammatory | Sensitive, inflamed | Traditionally used for redness | |
| Cleansing, evens tone, antioxidant | Dull, uneven, aging | Supports microcirculation | |
| Exfoliating, brightening, improves tone | Dull, uneven, mature | Rich in vitamin C | |
| Revitalizing, softening, antioxidant | Dry, mature, stressed | Protects against free radicals | |
| Antioxidant, gentle, calming | All, sensitive | Reduces irritation, protects skin | |
| Antibacterial, healing, anti-inflammatory | Acne-prone, sensitive, damaged | Supports healing, soothes breakouts | |
| Hydrating, brightening, anti-aging, repairs sun damage | Dry, aging, uneven, eczema-prone | Supports collagen, improves elasticity 1234 | |
| Astringent, anti-inflammatory, pore-tightening, reduces oil | Oily, acne-prone, irritated | Calms redness, controls oil, soothes 567 | |
| Anti-aging, brightening, boosts elasticity, reduces pigmentation | Aging, dull, uneven, stressed | Stimulates collagen, soothes acne 8910 | |
| Soothing, anti-aging, antioxidant, balances oil, firms skin | Sensitive, oily, aging, acne-prone | Calms irritation, improves texture 111213 | |
| Brightening, collagen support, reduces irritation, antioxidant | Dull, aging, sensitive, acne | Lightens spots, soothes, antibacterial 1415 |
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(e.g., dryness, redness, aging, acne).
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Find the matching botanical tincture(s) in the table.
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based on your skin type and desired benefits.
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before regular use, especially with new or potent extracts.
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up to 2–3 compatible tinctures for a custom serum, or use individually.
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: Clarifying, controls excess oil, antimicrobial.
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: Calming, soothing, supports healing.
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: Antibacterial, anti-acne, clarifying.
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: Supports collagen, firms skin, soothes irritation.
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: Brightening, antioxidant, soothes inflammation.
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Alcoholic vs. Hydroglycerin Tinctures: Use either based on preference; hydroglycerin is gentler for sensitive skin or non-alcoholic needs.
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: Begin with the lowest recommended concentration in your serum recipe.
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: Adjust tincture type or amount if irritation occurs.
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: Keep serums in the fridge and use within 2–3 weeks if water-based.
With this guide, your customers can confidently select the best tincture for their skin goals and create serums tailored to their unique needs.
