Saxifraga extracts for cosmetic or therapeutic use on the skin

A method of treating or relieving a skin condition comprising, administering a composition comprising an effective amount of an extract from Saxifraga sp., Astrantia major or a combination thereof, and a carrier, wherein the effective amount of the extract inhibits tumor necrosis factor (TNF)-alpha activity, the skin condition resulting from, a bite, a sting, a skin rash, itching of the skin, blistering of the skin, sunburn, sunspot, burning of the skin, UV exposure or radiation, aging of the skin, reducing redness of the skin, reducing a decrease in skin firmness, a skin allergy, age related spots, atopic skin, psoriasis, atopic dermatitis, hair loss, exposure of the skin to a chemical irritant, exposure of the skin to a pollutant, exposure of the skin to dirt, exposure of the skin to debris, and a combination thereof.