A powder with hints of sweet tradition

Used since the Middle Ages in European folk practices, eyebright is recognized for its symbolism and delicate use. The powder allows for more precise handling and appropriate dosage, particularly in the formulation of herbal teas or for external use.

Description

Fine powder with a light texture, beige to light green in color, with a subtle plant aroma. Obtained by grinding the dried aerial parts (stems, leaves, flowering tops).

Nomenclature

• Common names: Eyebright, Eyebright, Eyeglasses-breaker
• Latin name: Euphrasia officinalis
• Family: Orobanchaceae
• Part used: Aerial parts
• Form: Powder
• Origin: Europe, temperate grasslands
• English name: Eyebright powder
• German name: Augentrost Pulver
• Name in Spanish: Eufrasia Powder
• Name in Italian: Polvere di eufrasia
• Name in Arabic: مسحوق الإفرازيا (Masḥūq al-Ifrāziyā)

Main virtues

Used for gentle and caring treatments, particularly in infusions or cosmetic masks, eyebright is often incorporated into soothing homemade treatments, in combination with other plant powders.

Main constituents

Iridoids (aucubin), flavonoids, tannins, phenolic acids, lignans, traces of essential oils.

Use and dosage

• Infusion: 1/2 to 1 teaspoon of powder for 200 ml, infuse for 5 to 7 minutes, then filter with a fine cloth.
• Cosmetic: used in clay or plant-based yogurt masks for gentle facial care.
• External use: diluted in a vegetable lotion for local application (always test beforehand).

Precautions, side effects and contraindications

• Plant generally well tolerated at recommended doses.
• Do not apply directly to the eyes.
• Not recommended in case of known allergy to plants of the same family.

History and origin

A medicinal meadow plant, eyebright has been associated with vision and clarity of mind since the Middle Ages. Its symbolism as "herb for the nearsighted" comes from its floral form. The powder perpetuates this tradition while adapting to modern uses and contemporary natural formulations.

Miscellaneous information

• Packaging: kraft bag or opaque airtight box.
• Storage: away from light, heat and humidity.
• Shelf life: 12 months on average.

Sources and references

• Pl@ntUse – https://uses.plantnet-project.org
• Traditional European herbalism
• Works on gentle and applied phytotherapy

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