Gardenia Taitensis Flower
What Gardenia Taitensis Flower is & what it does
Gardenia Taitensis Flower, sourced from the Tahitian gardenia (the base of traditional monoi oil), is a botanical ingredient used mainly for its fragrant flowers and skin-conditioning properties. In formulas it lends a soft, floral character and a pleasant sensory feel, which is why it is popular in body and after-sun care. It is not a UV filter and provides no sun protection on its own. No specific concerns are flagged for it here.
What is Gardenia Taitensis Flower?
Gardenia Taitensis Flower comes from the Tahitian gardenia, the flower traditionally used to make monoi oil. In cosmetics it is used for its fragrance and skin-conditioning qualities.
What does Gardenia Taitensis Flower do in a formula?
It lends a soft floral scent and a pleasant sensory feel, which is why it is popular in body and after-sun products. It does not filter UV light and provides no sun protection.
Is Gardenia Taitensis Flower safe?
It is generally considered well tolerated in cosmetic use, and no specific concerns are flagged for it here. Because it carries natural floral aroma compounds, those sensitive to fragrance may prefer to patch test.
Sunscreens with Gardenia Taitensis Flower
We rate 5 sunscreens that contain it:
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Klorane Sublime Solar Spray Spf 50
88/100
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Klorane Sublime Sun Cream SPF 50
87/100
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Klorane Polysianes Sublime Sun Gel-cream SPF30
87/100
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Frudia Avocado Greenery Relief Sun Cream
77/100
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Garnier Ambre Solaire SPF 30 Ideal Bronze Protective Oil Spray
74/100