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INCI name

SALIX ALBA BARK EXTRACT

White willow bark extract

AstringentHair conditioningSkin conditioningSoothingTonicreviewed

An extract of white willow bark.

What it is

Salix alba bark extract is obtained from the bark of the white willow (Salix alba). CosIng lists it as astringent, hair conditioning, skin conditioning, soothing and tonic.

Where it is used

Found in toners, cleansers, products for oily or blemish-prone skin, scalp care and shampoos.

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.

Willow bark extract is not the same ingredient as salicylic acid, and the INCI name does not reveal how the extract was made or how concentrated it is.

Functions

Astringent
Contracting and/or tightening the skin.
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.
Soothing
Lightening discomfort of the skin or of the scalp.
Tonic
Producing a feeling of well-being on skin and hair.

EU regulation

This ingredient is not listed in the annexes of Regulation (EC) No 1223/2009 in the CosIng data.

Products with this ingredient (61)

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