Castanea sativa
Benefits - Natural
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The smooth lather produced by chestnut purée is combined with the anti-inflammatory properties of the nuts for calm, relaxed skin.
The variety favouried for blending into products is castanea sativa, also known as a sweet chestnut. It is a deciduous tree that flowers in July with seeds ripening and developing into spiny cupules with brownish nuts by around October.