Commonly known as mountain arnica, leopard’s bane, wolf’s bane or mountain tobacco, it is a European flowering plant with large yellow flowers grown in herb gardens and has long been used medicinally.

Cosmetic use

A. montana flower extract available commercially is an important herbal ingredient of a variety of personal care formulations such as skin care products, skin fresheners and hair care products like shampoos and conditioners. Cosmetic effects of the flower extract include enhancing the appearance of dry or damaged skin by reducing flaking and restoring suppleness.