Salix Alba Bark Extract (Ingredient Explained + Products)

Explained

Salix Alba Bark Extract comes from the white willow tree, which is native to Europe and Central Asia.

Salix Alba Bark Extract has often been described as salicylic acid's cousin. This is due to the salicin it contains. However, studies are limited showing salix alba bark to be an effective salicylic acid alternative.

Salicin does have anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties. It has shown to decrease the formation of inflammatory mediators, such as tumor necrosis factor-α and nuclear factor-kappa B. Salicin also has a mildly exfoliating effect on the skin.

Several other components in salix alba bark extract also contain antioxidant properties, such as flavonoids and polyphenols. Antioxidants may help with anti-aging as they neutralize harmful free-radical molecules.

Willow Bark extract has been used for thousands of years. Ancient civilizations used white willow to help treat pain and fevers.

People also like: Niacinamide, Salicylic Acid, Hyaluronic Acid

People also dislike: Niacinamide, Squalane, Panthenol

Also known as: Willow Bark and White Willow Bark Extract

Salix Alba Bark Extract is a rare cosmetic ingredient, with about 1.8% of the products in our database containing it.

Community Stats

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Users who like it 💖

Often have the following skin types:

Combination Oily

Usually have one or more of the following skin concerns:

Hormonal Acne • Oiliness • Acne • Sensitivity

Users who dislike it 💔

Often have the following skin types:

Sensitive Dry

Usually have one or more of the following skin concerns:

Seborrheic Dermatitis • Sensitivity • Dryness • Redness

Where it's used

Salix Alba Bark Extract is most often found as ingredient number 16 within an ingredient list.

Of the 2 products in our database that have a known concentration of Salix Alba Bark Extract, they all have a concentration of 10% specified within their ingredient lists.