Why Nettle is Being Used in Skincare Nettle is one of those plants most people try to avoid. It grows wild, it stings, and it is usually seen as a nuisance. But it has been used for generations in traditional remedies, including on the skin, and there is now research starting to explain why. What is interesting about nettle is what it naturally contains. Studies have shown that nettle is rich in antioxidants such as polyphenols and flavonoids. These are the types of compounds often linked to helping protect the...
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