Skin Conditioning
KIGELIA AFRICANA BARK EXTRACT
Safety score · 0–100
Fine
Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.
Sausage tree bark extract used as an astringent and firming botanical. Same species whose raw fruit is toxic, so quality-controlled processing matters.
Function
Skin benefits
- Tannins and flavonoids — astringent and antioxidant
- Skin firming
- Traditional botanical
Known concerns
- Bark of species with toxic raw fruit — processing critical
- Possible irritation from tannins
- Limited cosmetic dossier
References
EU CosIng database
European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry: regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.
Related skin conditionings
Same plant / compound family
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