Krameria Triandra Root Extract
What Krameria Triandra Root Extract is & what it does
Krameria Triandra Root Extract, also known as rhatany extract, comes from the root of a South American shrub. In skincare it is used as a botanical conditioning and astringent ingredient, owing to its naturally high tannin content. It is sometimes included in sunscreens and treatment products for its toning feel and antioxidant-leaning plant compounds.
What does Krameria Triandra Root Extract do in skincare?
Krameria Triandra Root Extract, or rhatany extract, works as a botanical conditioning and astringent ingredient thanks to its naturally high tannin content. It is included for a toning feel and for plant antioxidants. It is a supporting botanical, not a sunscreen filter.
Is Krameria Triandra Root Extract natural or synthetic?
It is a natural ingredient derived from the root of a South American shrub called rhatany. The extract is taken directly from the plant rather than synthesized. This makes it suitable for products positioned as botanical or plant-based.
Is Krameria Triandra Root Extract safe?
This extract has a long history of cosmetic use and is generally considered safe at typical formula levels. As a tannin-rich botanical, it can feel astringent and may cause sensitivity in some people. Patch testing a new product is a good idea if your skin is reactive.
Sunscreens with Krameria Triandra Root Extract
We rate 7 sunscreens that contain it:
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Darling Medium Protection Spf 15-20
70/100
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Marie Veronique Colorfree Zinc Broad Spectrum SPF 32
70/100
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Eveline Sun SPF 50
52/100
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Eveline Cosmetics Sun Protection Face Cream Whitening SPF50
51/100
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Eveline Whitening Sun Protection 50 SPF Face Cream
51/100
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Eveline Amazing Oils SPF 30
49/100
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Prana Spaceuticals Natural Defense SPF 25
49/100