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Chamomile Flower Extract – Benefits, Side Effects & Uses

by ThankMeNow Editors on Sep 10, 2025
The key 2026 insight for Flower Extract is the "Buffered Barrier" concept. Unlike the Ferment (which is postbiotic) or the Oil (which is occlusive), the Extract provides immediate bio-available comfort. It is the "first responder" of skincare. When applied, it forms a microscopic, breathable film that stabilizes the skin’s surface pH and reduces the immediate electrical signaling of irritation (the "sting" factor).