If you’ve been paying attention to beauty insiders, you’ll have seen blue tansy popping up in some of the most talked-about skincare launches of the year.
It’s not just the striking indigo hue that makes it memorable - although that’s certainly part of the appeal. It’s the way this calming botanical seems to soothe, smooth and reset even the most reactive skin.
So it’s no wonder that celebrities like Elsa Hosk and Miranda Kerr have been vocal fans of blue tansy-based products, while facialists to the stars - including Shani Darden and Georgia Louise - often recommend it to soothe post-treatment skin.
You’ll also find it on the ingredient lists of some of the most luxurious, small-batch skincare brands, thanks to its blend of efficacy and elegance.
What is blue tansy, and why is it used in skincare?
Dr Ross Perry, Medical Director of Cosmedics skin clinics, says: "Blue tansy, also known as Tanacetum annuum, has become a sought-after ingredient thanks to its powerful anti-inflammatory, antibacterial, and antihistamine properties.
Extracted through steam distillation, the flower produces chamazulene, a naturally occurring compound that gives blue tansy its distinctive deep blue colour and calming scent. It’s a favourite in both natural and clinical skincare thanks to its proven ability to calm and rebalance stressed-out skin."
What skin types is blue tansy best for?
"Blue tansy is particularly well-suited to acne-prone, sensitive, or irritated skin. It helps reduce inflammation, calm redness and balance oil production - all without stripping or drying your complexion.
If you deal with rosacea, eczema, hormonal breakouts or general reactivity, blue tansy offers soothing support without the harshness that often comes with more active ingredients."
What kinds of products include blue tansy and how should you use it?
"You’ll commonly find blue tansy in facial oils, serums, moisturisers and masks, often as part of formulas designed for healing, soothing or barrier repair. It’s also a key player in products that blend skincare with aromatherapy, such as nighttime balms or facial mists, where its calming scent helps ease both skin and stress.
Whether used as a targeted treatment or a regular part of your routine, blue tansy fits beautifully into high-performance and holistic skincare alike.”
If you’re in the market for some options, we’ve rounded up the best below.
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Evolve Blue Tansy Beauty Balm
If you’re after a true multitasker, this velvety balm from Evolve deserves a spot on your bathroom shelf.
Infused with blue tansy for its calming, anti-inflammatory properties, it’s the kind of product you’ll reach for again and again - whether you’re cleansing, masking or treating dry, irritated patches.
What sets it apart is the blend of skin-loving oils (like sunflower and baobab) alongside ceramides and oat-based actives to rebuild your barrier. It melts down into an oil, has a soft, herbal scent and leaves skin calm, nourished and visibly brighter.
A small but mighty essential, especially for sensitive or stressed-out complexions.
Buy now £24.00, Evolve
Sunday Riley Luna Sleeping Night Oil 35ml
This iconic blue oil has earned cult status for good reason. A potent blend of blue tansy and retinol, Luna works overnight to refine skin texture, reduce fine lines and boost radiance - all while calming potential irritation, thanks to its soothing botanical base.
It’s perfect for retinol beginners or those with sensitive skin, as the trans-retinoic acid ester delivers results without the usual dryness or flaking. With continued use, you’ll notice smoother, brighter skin and a more even tone.
A few drops are all you need before bed - it does the heavy lifting while you sleep.
Buy now £68.00, Sephora
BYOMA Clarifying Serum
Proof that great skincare doesn’t have to break the bank, BYOMA’s Clarifying Serum is a budget-friendly hero packed with performance.
Alongside blue tansy - here for its anti-inflammatory and skin-calming qualities - you’ll find a clever blend of PHAs, zinc and BYOMA’s signature tri-ceramide complex to support your barrier while gently exfoliating and unclogging pores. The texture is featherlight and layers effortlessly under your moisturiser or SPF, making it perfect for everyday use.
If your skin swings between oily and reactive, this serum brings balance without the sting. It’s high street skincare, done exceptionally well.
Buy now £12.00, CultBeauty
Pai Resurrection Girl Mask
This moisture-surging mask from Pai is a weekly ritual in a tube. Its star ingredient, blue tansy, gives it that unmistakable turquoise hue - but it’s the hydrating power of Resurrection Plant extract that does the heavy lifting.
Designed for dry, dull or environmentally-stressed skin, it floods your complexion with long-lasting hydration while soothing inflammation and strengthening your barrier. The formula is certified organic and made in London, with Pai’s usual standards of transparency and sensitivity-first thinking.
Use it when your skin feels parched or post-travel - it revives tired skin in under ten minutes, leaving it fresh, juicy and noticeably more even.
Buy now £44.00, Sephora
SUNDAY RILEY Aquamarine Melt Cleansing Gel-Balm
This new-gen cleanser from Sunday Riley brings spa-level luxury to your daily routine.
Designed as a gel-balm hybrid, it melts away makeup, SPF and impurities while treating the skin with calming blue tansy and nourishing marine botanicals. The texture is silky and satisfying, transforming from balm to oil to milk with water.
What makes it stand out is its ability to cleanse deeply without disrupting your barrier - ideal if you wear heavier products or have sensitive skin. Expect softer, calmer, more balanced skin after just one use.
It’s indulgent, yes, but brilliantly effective.
Buy now £30.40, CultBeauty
Herbivore Botanicals Aquarius BHA and Blue Tansy Clarity Cleanser Duo
If you’ve struggled with congested skin or persistent breakouts, consider this double-act from Herbivore.
The cleanser and mini mask combo gently exfoliates with willow bark-derived BHA while blue tansy soothes irritation and cuts through redness.
What makes this set shine is its ability to purify without stripping - skin feels soft, never tight. The scent is herbal and grounding, and the formulas are vegan, cruelty-free and loaded with natural botanicals.
Use the cleanser daily and the mask once or twice a week for a noticeable boost in clarity and smoothness.
Buy now £27.00, Lookfantastic
ADWOA BEAUTY Blue Tansy Treatment Serum
Originally developed for textured hair, ADWOA’s blue tansy line has become a cult skincare favourite too - and this lightweight treatment serum proves why.
Designed to target congestion, oiliness and post-blemish marks, it balances potent botanical actives with a beautifully smooth finish. Blue tansy takes the lead with its calming, redness-reducing effects, while niacinamide, salicylic acid and zinc work in tandem to refine pores and rebalance oil production.
It’s gentle enough for daily use yet active enough to keep breakouts at bay. If your skin feels unpredictable or inflamed, this is the kind of serum that helps it feel like yours again.
Buy now £30.00, Sephora
Elty Life moonlight blue tansy face oil
This glow-boosting oil from indie British brand Elty Life is a standout if you’re after a radiance revival.
Powered by blue tansy, it calms inflammation and reduces redness, while a blend of prickly pear, squalane and vitamin E deeply hydrates without feeling greasy. What’s particularly clever is how lightweight the formula is - it sinks in quickly, making it ideal for both morning and evening use.
With regular application, skin looks brighter, calmer and more even-toned. It's also beautifully packaged and cruelty-free, proving that effective skincare doesn’t need to be overcomplicated.
Buy now £28.00, Elty Life
OTO 750mg CBD Ritual Serum
If you’re looking for skincare that does more than just moisturise, OTO’s Ritual Serum delivers a full-sensory experience. This luxurious blend of high-strength CBD and blue tansy helps calm inflammation, soothe sensitive skin and support overall resilience.
The addition of evening primrose, baobab and yuzu creates a nutrient-rich base that absorbs beautifully, making it perfect for morning or night. Blue tansy adds a natural anti-redness boost while CBD works to regulate reactivity - think of it as a reset button for tired, unbalanced skin.
Plus, the rollerball applicator is ideal for targeted use or a mini facial massage on the go.
Buy now £59.00, Lookfantastic
May Lindstrom The Blue Cocoon
The Blue Cocoon is less a product, more a ritual. This cult favourite from May Lindstrom is a rich, balm-to-oil concentrate made with blue tansy, camellia seed oil, marula and myrrh - designed to soothe, nourish and emotionally ground.
Just a tiny amount melts into the skin and works to instantly reduce redness, sensitivity and dehydration. It’s especially powerful for reactive or rosacea-prone skin, though anyone can benefit from its calming, restorative formula.
Yes, it’s expensive - but the jar lasts for months and the results are transformative. If you’re serious about your skincare, this one earns its keep.
Buy now £213.00, SpaceNK
Verdict
Evolve’s Blue Tansy Beauty Balm is a true all-rounder: cleanser, mask, SOS treatment and moisture-booster in one. With calming blue tansy, barrier-repairing ceramides and a rich yet breathable texture, it’s a skin saviour for all seasons, especially if yours tends to run sensitive, dry or stressed.
