Review Article

Achillea Species as Sources of Active Phytochemicals for Dermatological and Cosmetic Applications

Table 3

Biological effects of Achillea species relevant for dermatological medicines and cosmetic products.

ActivityAchillea speciesRef.

Skin calming and anti-inflammatory propertiesAchillea millefolium[12], [37], [38], [39]

Wound healing propertiesAchillea asiatica[21]
Achillea biebersteinii[46], [47]
Achillea coarctata[23]
Achillea kellalensis[12]
Achillea kotschyi[23]
Achillea lycaonica[23]
Achillea millefolium[45]

Skin rejuvenating activityAchillea millefolium[53]

Antimicrobial properties against P. aeruginosa, S. aureus, and Candida spp.Achillea ageratum[59]
Achillea biebersteinii[18]
Achillea millefolium[18]
Achillea teretifolia[18]

Antioxidant propertiesAchillea alpina[22]
Achillea biebersteinii[18]
Achillea kotshyi[23]
Achillea millefolium[18]
Achillea monocephala[24]
Achillea phrygia[20]
Achillea teretifolia[18]

Skin lightening effectAchillea alpina[22]
Achillea biebersteinii[18], [68]
Achillea coarctata[23]
Achillea millefolium[18], [68]
Achillea monocephala[24]
Achillea phrygia[20]
Achillea teretifolia[18]