5 medicinal plants you absolutely need to know to take care of your skin naturally
Medicinal plants have always been a part of skincare rituals. Long before conventional cosmetics, they soothed, purified, and toned the skin with an effectiveness often rediscovered today. At Apoticari, they are at the heart of every formulation. Here are five essential plants to incorporate into a minimalist, botanical facial routine.
Chamomile: the ally of sensitive skin
Chamomile is one of the gentlest and most soothing plants for the skin. Its hydrosol is particularly recommended for sensitive, reactive, or redness-prone skin. Thanks to its richness in flavonoids and azulene, it calms skin inflammation, reduces tightness, and provides immediate comfort .
It can be used as a tonic mist in the morning, as a compress in the evening, or incorporated into post-sun or after-shave care. Its sweet, floral scent enhances the feeling of comfort it provides to the skin.
Verbena: freshness, radiance and balance
Native to Velay, lemon verbena is a flagship plant in the local pharmacopoeia. A light tonic, it offers the skin a refreshing and balancing effect. Its hydrosol is renowned for reviving dull complexions, smoothing skin texture, and providing an immediate healthy glow.
It is ideal for normal to combination skin and can be used morning and evening to tone the face. Its highly aromatic lemony scent also makes it an excellent wellness mist. 
Peppermint: purifying and stimulating
Refreshing, purifying, and slightly astringent, peppermint is ideal for combination to oily skin. Its hydrosol contains natural menthol, which stimulates blood circulation, tightens pores, and reduces shine.
As a toner or mist after cleansing, it helps balance sebum production. It can also be used on the scalp for its purifying and toning effect.
Cornflower: the plant for a soothed look
Traditionally used to soothe tired eyes, cornflower is a plant with recognized decongestant properties. Its hydrosol is an exceptional treatment for the eye contour: it calms puffiness, reduces signs of fatigue, and softens sensitive eyelids.
Applied as a cold compress, it becomes a simple and effective step in a skincare routine, especially after a day spent in front of screens or in case of too few nights. It can also be sprayed all over the face to refresh and soothe.
Sage: regulating and purifying
Used since ancient times, sage is known for its regulating properties, particularly for blemish-prone skin. Its hydrosol is particularly appreciated for balancing oily or acne-prone skin, thanks to its antibacterial and sebum-regulating properties.
It is also useful during periods of hormonal imbalance, particularly in women, as it supports the natural regulation of sebum. As a mist or lotion, it gently purifies the skin and can be combined with other hydrosols to enhance its action. 
Botanical treatments designed as rituals
At Apoticari, we consider each plant a skincare partner. All our formulas incorporate 100% pure hydrosols, obtained by steam distillation, with no added ingredients or preservatives. These plant extracts contain all the water-soluble active ingredients, making them complete treatments capable of meeting the skin's most delicate needs.
Choosing a hydrosol or soap formulated from these medicinal plants means reconnecting with simple, respectful, and effective beauty. A beauty that takes care of the skin without ever forcing it.
