Inflammation has always been a common issue in skincare routine, but it may become more vital in recent years. According to some up-to-date science researches, pandemic-related stress will reflect on our skin in different ways. Therefore anti-inflammatory is becoming an increasingly unignorable concern in skincare. 

Maskne, for example, has an inflammatory component, which could be told by distinct redness, breakouts, and irritation. Considering the spread of COVID-19 nowadays and its related anti-epidemic measures including wearing mask would cause more skin problems, this may explain why we’ve seen a surge in products starring mild and anti-inflammatory ingredients.

For instance, active plant extracts like Witch Hazel, Chamomile, Calendula Officinalis Flower, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf and so on, thanks to their "innately anti-inflammatory, soothing, and moisturizing properties", are being more widely used and added into skin care products, as it boasts both anti-inflammatory and antimicrobial properties.

It's not even noticed by most people that chronic, low-grade inflammation from certain lifestyle factors can cause micro-inflammation. Low-grade inflammation can cause skin to age more rapidly. This type of inflammation — "inflammaging"; over time, however, it can break down collagen and elastin, robbing your skin of dewiness and plumpness.

So you may pay extract attention to see if it is mild or anti-inflammatory when you chose a specific skincare product next time. Besides, products with active plant extracts may bring you totally different experiences.