A skin-protecting tree

Thanks to its natural richness in plant active ingredients, beech bark is traditionally associated with skin care, supporting skin prone to minor discomfort.

Description

Dried bark, cut into irregular pieces, gray-brown to reddish-brown in color, light woody odor.

Nomenclature

• Common names: Common beech, Fayard
• Latin name: Fagus sylvatica
• Family: Fagaceae
• Part used: Bark
• Shape: Cut
• Origin: Europe
• English name: European beech bark
• Name in German: Rotbuchenrinde
• Name in Spanish: Corteza de haya
• Name in Italian: Corteccia di faggio
• Name in Arabic: لحاء الزان الأوروبي

Main virtues

Traditionally used to promote skin comfort, soothe redness, and for external purifying care.

Main constituents

Tannins, flavonoids, phenolic acids, lignans.

Use and dosage

• External decoction: 1 tablespoon of chopped bark for 250 ml of water, boil for 10 to 15 minutes, filter. Use as compresses or local baths.
• Purifying bath: Prepare 1 liter of decoction to pour into a partial bath (hands, feet, sensitive areas).

Precautions, side effects and contraindications

• Mainly recommended for external use.
• Avoid internal use without professional supervision.
• Not recommended for pregnant or breastfeeding women without prior medical advice.

History and origin

The beech tree has been revered since ancient times for its robustness and multiple uses. Its bark, renowned for its purifying and soothing properties, is incorporated into many traditional treatments in Central and Western Europe.

Miscellaneous information

• Packaging: lined kraft bag or airtight opaque box.
• Storage: dry, cool place, away from light and humidity.
• Shelf life: 18 to 24 months.

Sources and references

• Pl@ntUse – https://uses.plantnet-project.org
• Ancient texts of traditional European herbal medicine

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