Elder is a member of the Caprifoliaceae family and is native to Europe, northern Africa, parts of Asia, and North America. However, the Elder shrub is a perennial shrub that has pinnate leaflets, hollow stems, white flowers that ripen in the dark, and blackberries. Elderberry is known for boosting overall winter wellness, as well as throughout year wellness. The elder plant has a great history for its folkloric beliefs and health benefits. Elderberry is great to help your skin balance out excess oils. It is suitable for oily skin types or people prone to breakouts as it reduces skin breakouts. Elderberry also soothes the skin, helps reduce swelling, and promotes a healthy, clear appearance. Additionally, its astringent properties help tighten the skin, minimizing the look of pores for a firmer complexion. In addition, elderberry extract enjoys great benefits to your hair as well. Firstly, it treats your split ends.