An extract of sweet acacia flowers and stems used as an astringent and viscosity-controlling ingredient.
What it is
Acacia farnesiana flower/stem extract is an extract of the flowers and stems of sweet acacia (cassie), Acacia farnesiana, of the legume family (Fabaceae). CosIng lists it as an astringent and viscosity-controlling ingredient.
Where it is used
Found in creams, toners and other skin care and scented products.
Limits of interpretation
The INCI list shows which ingredients are present, not how much of each. Above 1%, ingredients are listed in descending order of weight; below 1% the order is free.
The INCI name does not reveal the extraction method or solvent.
Functions
- Astringent
- Contracting and/or tightening the skin.
- Viscosity controlling
- Increasing or decreasing the viscosity (thickness) of cosmetics.
EU regulation
This ingredient is not listed in the annexes of Regulation (EC) No 1223/2009 in the CosIng data.