An extract of Boswellia serrata used as a skin-conditioning ingredient.
What it is
Boswellia serrata extract is, according to CosIng, an extract of the whole plant of Boswellia serrata, the Indian frankincense tree, of the family Burseraceae. CosIng lists it as a skin-conditioning agent.
Where it is used
Found in a small number of skin care products, such as creams and serums.
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, or whether the extract is based mainly on the resin.
Functions
- Skin conditioning
- Maintaining the skin in good condition.
EU regulation
This ingredient is not listed in the annexes of Regulation (EC) No 1223/2009 in the CosIng data.