Extracts derived from the rhizomes and roots of Taraxacum Officinale (Dandelion) have antibacterial, germicide and anti-fungal properties which can act as a detoxifying agent on the skin. It can also be used to unclog pores, reduce acne, and prevent future breakouts. This extract is a beneficial ingredient for a range of skin types, most notably those prone to acne. Thus, the dandelion extract is a true wonder when it comes to skin care.
Taraxacum officinale, the dandelion or common dandelion, is a flowering herbaceous perennial plant of the dandelion genus in the family Asteraceae (syn. Compositae). The common dandelion is well known for its yellow flower heads that turn into round balls of many silver-tufted fruits that disperse in the wind. These balls are usually called "clocks" in both British and American English. The name "blowball" is also used.
| Taraxacum officinale | |
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| Common dandelion | |
Scientific classification 
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| Kingdom: | Plantae |
| Clade: | Tracheophytes |
| Clade: | Angiosperms |
| Clade: | Eudicots |
| Clade: | Asterids |
| Order: | Asterales |
| Family: | Asteraceae |
| Genus: | Taraxacum |
| Species: | T. officinale
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| Taraxacum officinale | |
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The common dandelion grows in temperate regions of the world in areas with moist soils. It is most often considered a weed, especially in lawns and along roadsides, but the leaves, flowers, and roots are sometimes used in herbal medicine and as food.
