Ingredient

Lime Tree Flower and Elderflower Decoction

Tilia europaea; Sambucus nigra

A concentrate of classic European herbalism.

What is a decoction?

Decoctions are made in-house at Lush by boiling raw materials in water until half of the water evaporates. It creates concentrated liquid extracts, full of benefits for the skin and hair.

What are the benefits of these flowers for the skin?

• Give off a floral fragrance with honey-like notes.
• Produce a very soothing mucilage.
• Lime tree flowers are said to be slightly astringent.
• Elderflowers are rich in antioxidants.

Flowers and trees

The European lime, also known as common linden, is a tall, elegant tree with abundant green foliage and pollen-rich flowers. The young leaves are edible, and the flowers are collected to make a relaxing herbal tea.

The Sambucus nigra, or European black elderberry, is a popular ornamental shrub. Its flowers and juicy berries are harvested to make drinks, food and traditional medicines and have been used in cosmetic preparations since ancient Egypt.