Dr. Hauschka Birch Arnica Energising Body Oil
Works for
1 of 1 advertised claim delivered
MoisturizingHelianthus annuus seed oil, Simmondsia chinensis seed oilGood evidence
“What it is Dr Hauschka Birch Arnica Energising Body Oil provides the skin with welcome revitalisation after strenuous activity or a sauna: the refreshing scent revives the body and awakens the mind, as nourishing plant extracts join jojoba oil to maintain moisture balance for soft, supple skin.”
This product can help soften the skin and reduce its moisture loss with emollients and occlusives: helianthus annuus seed oil, simmondsia chinensis seed oil.
Keep in mind that this product does not contain effective ingredients to attract water to the upper layer of the skin. This is why an additional product with humectants like glycerin or hyaluronic acid can be helpful (apply it before this product for the best results).
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy10 strong irritants: Arnica montana flower extract, Parfum + 8 more — patch-test recommendedHigh risk
ComedogenicClean of flagged comedogenic ingredientsNone flagged
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Ingredients
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Helianthus annuus seed oil~22–33%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A great emollient due to its high linoleic acid content. One of the most effective plant oils in helping skin hydration and repairing skin barrier function
More about Helianthus annuus seed oilArnica montana flower extract~5.1–7.7%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract that can be irritating. It can have some anti-bacterial properties, but there are no evidence of a beneficial effect for skin
More about Arnica montana flower extractBetula alba leaf extract~4.4–6.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Urtica dioica extract~3.4–5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Arctium lappa root extract~2.5–3.7%
- Irritation risk
- High
Plant extract. Has some anti-microbial and anti-oxidant properties. Can be irritating
More about Arctium lappa root extractSimmondsia chinensis seed oil~2.1–3.2%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Softens the upper layer of skin and helps restore the healthy skin barrier. Has shown to help calm down inflammation in skin. It is a stable oil, meaning that it retains its properties even when exposed to air.
More about Simmondsia chinensis seed oilParfum~1.1–1.7%
- Irritation risk
- High
An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
More about ParfumLinalool~1–1.45%
Citral~0.6–1.35%
Limonene~0.5–1.15%
- Irritation risk
- High
A common frangrance that can easily irritate skin, especially if exposed to air, light or heat
More about LimoneneCoumarin~0.35–0.8%
Citronellol~0.15–0.65%
Geraniol~0.1–0.4%
Farnesol~0.1–0.3%
Eugenol~0.01–0.05%
Brassica alba seed extract~0.01–0.1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Ingredient list view
Helianthus annuus seed oil, Arnica montana flower extract, Betula alba leaf extract, Urtica dioica extract, Arctium lappa root extract, Simmondsia chinensis seed oil, Parfum, Linalool, Citral, Limonene, Coumarin, Citronellol, Geraniol, Farnesol, Eugenol, Brassica alba seed extract
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Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 10 studies and safety reviews.
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- 3Effect of topically applied lipids on surfactant-irritated skinonlinelibrary.wiley.com
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- 5Effects of Topical Arnica Gel on Post-Laser Treatment Bruisesonlinelibrary.wiley.com
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