Morus Bombycis Root Extract
What Morus Bombycis Root Extract is & what it does
Morus Bombycis Root Extract is a botanical extract derived from the root of the mulberry tree (Morus bombycis). In skincare and sunscreen formulas it is used mainly as a skin-conditioning and brightening ingredient, valued for its content of plant compounds such as mulberroside and other polyphenols. It is often included in products that target an even-looking complexion.
What does Morus Bombycis Root Extract do in skincare?
Morus Bombycis Root Extract is used mainly as a skin-conditioning and brightening botanical, derived from the mulberry tree root. It contains plant polyphenols that are commonly included in products aiming for an even-looking complexion. In sunscreens it supports the conditioning side of the formula rather than sun protection.
Is Morus Bombycis Root Extract natural or synthetic?
It is a natural, plant-derived ingredient obtained from the root of the mulberry tree (Morus bombycis). The raw material is processed and standardized for cosmetic use, but its origin is botanical.
Is Morus Bombycis Root Extract vegan?
As a plant-derived root extract, Morus Bombycis Root Extract is generally considered vegan-suitable. Whether a finished product is fully vegan also depends on the other ingredients and the brand's sourcing, so checking the brand's claims is best.
Sunscreens with Morus Bombycis Root Extract
We rate 9 sunscreens that contain it:
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SkinWhite Kojic Acid + Retinol Lotion SPF 20
68/100
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SkinWhite Glutathione + Vitamin C Lotion With SPF 20
66/100
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SkinWhite Power Whitening Instant White Formula SPF 20
66/100
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Derma Essentia Sunscreen Spf 50 Pa+++
61/100
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VLCC De Tan Spf 50
61/100
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VLCC Suncreen SPF 60 Water-resistant
58/100
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Derma Essentia Sunscreen SPF 50 Gel
57/100
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Aurelderma Uvedge SPF 50 Sunscreen Gel
57/100
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Derma Essentia Sunscreen Spf 50 Gel
56/100