with the willowherb extract produce a wonderful soothing feeling that will calm irritated or challenged skin conditions,” says Barnett. You will find oils derived from crambe abyssinica and willowherb in the latest line of Trillium products. Barnett is also currently evaluating numerous other local plant extracts. “This is the most natural and most powerful line I have made to date,” he says. So while you will find many PEI plant extracts and other natural ingredients, there are many things you are guaranteed not to find. The entire Trillium line is free of parabens, scent, and siloxanes, as well as being cruelty free. THE NO’S: No parabens No PEG ingredients No scent No siloxanes (i.e. dimethicone) No SLS or SLES Cruelty free
“Plants that you see growing in fields this summer will be found in our products as early as fall.”
- Reid Barnett, owner of Trillium Skincare
crambe, then the seeds are processed in Kensington by Technology Crops International. “Plants that you see growing in fields this summer will be found in our products as early as fall,” says Barnett. Abyssinian oil is said to reduce inflammation and improve skin tone. “It is a non-comedogenic lightweight oil that is fast absorbing and promotes smooth, supple skin which can also aid in reducing the look of wrinkles,” says Barnett. Willowherb, also know as fireweed, is another locally grown plant extract that is used in the new Trillium line. Barnett
states, “We love this extract because of its long history of medicinal use by our First Nations people and the many benefits it has been shown to address.” Different parts of the plant have been used to treat a multitude of maladies, but the new line from Trillium includes extracts from the stem, leaves and flowers. These have been used to treat many skin problems, such as psoriasis, eczema, acne, burns and wounds.
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“I have incorporated Canadian willowherb in the lines I have
developed for its anti-inflammatory benefits, its antioxidant properties and the fact that it will stop the growth of acne-causing bacteria. Products
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