Emollient

Emollients contain mucilage which are used to soothe and soften the skin, indicated for chapped lips, rashes, sunburn, and any skin irritation. A demulcent is a herb rich in mucilage used to soothe and protect irritated or inflamed tissues. When they are used on the skin they are called emollients.

• Comfrey (Symphytum officinale)
• Chickweed (Stellaria media)
• Flaxseed (Linum usitatissimum)
• Cornsilk (Zea Mays)
• Marshmallow (Althea officinalis)
• Couch grass (Agropyron repens)
• Slippery Elm (Ulmus fulvus)
• Licorice (Glycyrrhiza glabra)