Mimosa Tenuiflora Bark Extract
What Mimosa Tenuiflora Bark Extract is & what it does
Mimosa Tenuiflora Bark Extract is a botanical extract obtained from the bark of the Mimosa tenuiflora tree, native to parts of Central and South America. In skincare and sunscreen formulas it is used mainly as a soothing and conditioning ingredient, and the bark is traditionally noted for its content of tannins and flavonoids. These plant compounds give the extract antioxidant-leaning properties.
What does Mimosa Tenuiflora Bark Extract do in skincare?
Mimosa Tenuiflora Bark Extract is used mainly as a soothing and conditioning botanical ingredient. The bark is a source of tannins and flavonoids, which give the extract antioxidant-leaning properties in a skincare or sunscreen formula.
Is Mimosa Tenuiflora Bark Extract natural or synthetic?
It is natural and plant-derived. It is obtained from the bark of the Mimosa tenuiflora tree, rather than being made synthetically.
Is Mimosa Tenuiflora Bark Extract vegan?
Yes, it is derived entirely from a plant and contains no animal material, so it is generally suitable for vegan products. The vegan status of the full formula still depends on its other ingredients.
Sunscreens with Mimosa Tenuiflora Bark Extract
We rate 7 sunscreens that contain it:
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Coola Mineral Sport Sunscreen Moisturizer Spf 30 - Citrus Mimosa
82/100
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Bare Republic Citrus Cooler SPF 30
72/100
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Coola Full Spectrum 360º Refreshing Water Cream Organic Face Sunscreen SPF 50
69/100
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Beauty Counter Protect All Over Sunscreen Spf 30
67/100
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Beauty Counter Countersun Mineral Sunscreen Stick Spf 30
64/100
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Beauty Counter Countersun Mineral Sunscreen Lotion Spf 30
63/100
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Elemis Dynamic Resurfacing Day Cream SPF 30
49/100