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Cornflower

Centaurea cyanus

Eye Wash, Anti-inflammatory

Cornflower is a gentle flower used mostly in topical skin routines and cosmetic/herbal blends. It’s sometimes mentioned for eye-area soothing, but anything involving eyes must be sterile and carefully prepared.

Key Benefits

Used in gentle skin-soothing topical routines.
Common in herbal cosmetic blends (toners, compresses).
Often used more for ‘soothing ritual’ than strong medicinal action.

Common Issues It May Help With

Minor skin irritation comfort routines (topical).
Cosmetic skin care routines.

How To Use (Simple)

Topical compress: strong tea cooled completely, apply to skin with clean cloth.
Add to bath blends or facial steam blends.
If using near eyes: only use sterile/packaged products intended for that purpose.

Taste / Notes

Mild floral (mostly topical use).

Evidence Level

Mostly traditional and cosmetic use; limited clinical evidence for specific medical claims.

Cautions

Avoid putting non-sterile homemade teas directly in the eyes. If allergic to daisy family plants, use caution.

Interactions

No major known interactions for topical cosmetic use.

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