Boswellia Serrata Gum
What Boswellia Serrata Gum is & what it does
Boswellia Serrata Gum is a resin obtained from the Boswellia serrata tree, the source of Indian frankincense. In cosmetics it is used as a botanical ingredient often associated with soothing properties. The aromatic resin can also lend a subtle fragrance to a formula.
What does Boswellia Serrata Gum do in skincare?
Boswellia Serrata Gum is a resin from the Indian frankincense tree, used as a botanical ingredient often associated with soothing properties. It can also contribute a subtle aromatic scent to a formula. It is typically included as a supporting botanical rather than a primary active.
Is Boswellia Serrata Gum safe?
Boswellia Serrata Gum is a long-used plant resin that is generally regarded as well tolerated in cosmetics at the levels used. Aromatic resins can occasionally cause sensitivity in people prone to it. Patch testing a new product is a sensible precaution.
Is Boswellia Serrata Gum natural or synthetic?
Boswellia Serrata Gum is naturally derived, harvested as resin from the Boswellia serrata tree rather than synthesized. It is processed for use in cosmetic formulas.
Sunscreens with Boswellia Serrata Gum
We rate 6 sunscreens that contain it:
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SkinArté Sunshield Advanced Anti-aging Protective Cream SPF 50+
90/100
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Bielenda Ochronny Krem Do Twarzy Spf 50
66/100
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Bielenda Professional Protective Face Cream SPF 50
65/100
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Sesderma ACGLICOLIC 20 Moisturizing Cream SPF 15
61/100
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Bio Active Sun Protection Extra Whitening+Vitamin-C Cream SPF 60
53/100
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Bielenda Professional Supremelab S.O.S Strengthening Capillary Skin Face Cream SPF 15
49/100