Marshmallow Root

Scientific name
Althaea officinalis

History of plant/fun facts

Marshmallow root has been used for over 2,000 years in traditional medicine. Native to marshy areas, Althaea officinalis thrives in damp environments, which is reflected in its common name, "marshmallow."

Clinical uses

Marshmallow root is valued for its high mucilage content, which provides a soothing and protective effect on mucous membranes and irritated skin. It helps retain moisture, preventing dryness and cracking of the nipples. Marshmallow root exhibits anti-inflammatory effects, reducing swelling and redness.

Products with this ingredient 

• Nipple Balm

Resources

Naseri V, Chavoshzadeh Z, Mizani A, Daneshfard B, Ghaffari F, Abbas-Mohammadi M, Gachkar L, Kamalinejad M, Jafari Hajati R, Bahaeddin Z, Faghihzadeh S, Naseri M. Effect of topical marshmallow (Althaea officinalis) on atopic dermatitis in children: A pilot double-blind active-controlled clinical trial of an in-silico-analyzed phytomedicine. Phytother Res. 2021 Mar;35(3):1389-1398. doi: 10.1002/ptr.6899. Epub 2020 Oct 9. PMID: 33034099.