An extract of red cinchona bark, used as a hair- and skin-conditioning ingredient.
What it is
Cinchona succirubra bark extract is an extract of the bark of red cinchona, Cinchona succirubra, of the coffee family (Rubiaceae); cinchona bark is known as a natural source of quinine. CosIng lists it as a hair-conditioning and skin-conditioning ingredient.
Where it is used
Found in shampoos, hair lotions and other hair care 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 show the extraction solvent or the content of individual constituents.
Functions
- Hair conditioning
- Enhancing the appearance and feel of hair. Leaving the hair easy to comb, supple, soft and shiny and/or imparting volume, lightness, gloss, texture, etc.
- 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.