Planetary Herbals Horse Chestnut Cream 113.4g | 5-Herb Vein Tonifier | Liposomal

Planetary Herbals Horse Chestnut Cream combines a concentrated horse chestnut seed extract (standardised to 20% aescin, 280mg per oz) with four complementary vascular tonifying herbs — butcher's broom, witch hazel, white oak bark, and myrrh gum — in an advanced liposomal delivery system designed to support deep penetration into skin and underlying tissue, improving the appearance of varicose veins and supporting healthy vein and tissue tone. 113.4g. Formulated by Michael Tierra L.Ac, O.M.D. For best results, use for at least 6 weeks.

About this product

While oral horse chestnut supplements work systemically via the bloodstream, topical application allows the active compounds to be delivered directly to the affected area — the skin and superficial veins of the legs. Planetary Herbals Horse Chestnut Cream uses an advanced liposomal delivery system — phospholipid vesicles (from lecithin) that encapsulate the active herbal extracts and facilitate their penetration through the skin barrier into the deeper layers of tissue where the veins and capillaries are located.

The formula combines five time-honoured vascular and tissue tonifying herbs, each contributing distinct properties:

• Horse chestnut seed extract (20% aescin) — the primary active, providing venotonic and anti-oedematous activity via aescin's action on vein wall smooth muscle and capillary permeability
• Butcher's broom (Ruscus aculeatus) — a classic European vein herb containing ruscogenins, which have venotonic and anti-inflammatory properties and are used for chronic venous insufficiency and haemorrhoids
• Witch hazel bark (Hamamelis virginiana) — rich in tannins and hamamelitannin, with astringent, anti-inflammatory, and vascular toning properties; widely used topically for vein and skin conditions
• White oak bark (Quercus alba) — a traditional astringent herb rich in tannins, used to tone and tighten tissue and support vascular integrity
• Myrrh gum (Commiphora myrrha) — a resinous anti-inflammatory and circulatory herb used in traditional medicine to support tissue healing and reduce inflammation

The cream base includes aloe vera leaf gel for soothing and hydration, jojoba seed oil for skin conditioning, tocopheryl acetate (natural vitamin E) for antioxidant protection, and rosemary leaf oil for its circulatory-stimulating properties.

Key benefits

• Topical vein support — direct delivery of aescin and vascular herbs to affected areas
• Liposomal delivery — phospholipid vesicles enhance penetration through the skin barrier
• Five-herb synergy — horse chestnut, butcher's broom, witch hazel, white oak, and myrrh for comprehensive vascular toning
• Varicose vein appearance — supports improved appearance of varicose and spider veins with consistent use
• Deep moisturising — aloe vera, jojoba, and vitamin E base nourishes and conditions skin
• Expert formulation — developed by Michael Tierra L.Ac, O.M.D., a leading authority in Western and Chinese herbal medicine

Active herbal ingredients

Horse chestnut seed extract (standardised to 20% aescin), butcher's broom leaf extract, witch hazel bark extract, white oak bark extract, myrrh gum extract, rosemary leaf oil.

Base ingredients

Purified water, aloe vera leaf gel, glyceryl stearate (emulsifier), caprylic/capric triglyceride (emollient), glycerin, stearic acid, beeswax, cetyl alcohol, cetearyl alcohol, methyl glucoses (from sugar plant), lecithin phospholipid (liposomal delivery), jojoba seed oil, tocopheryl acetate (natural vitamin E), phenoxyethanol (preservative), xanthan gum, grapefruit seed extract, benzyl alcohol (preservative).

Suggested use

Gently massage into skin over affected areas morning and night. For best results, use consistently for at least 6 weeks. Can be used in conjunction with oral horse chestnut supplements for comprehensive vascular support.

Important

For external use only. Avoid contact with eyes. Consult your healthcare professional before use if pregnant, planning to become pregnant, or breastfeeding. Do not use if either tamper-evident seal is broken or missing. Keep out of reach of children. Store in a cool, dry place.