Musa Sapientum Flower Extract
What Musa Sapientum Flower Extract is & what it does
Musa Sapientum Flower Extract is a botanical extract obtained from the flowers of the banana plant (Musa sapientum). In cosmetic and sunscreen formulas it is used as a skin-conditioning and antioxidant-supporting ingredient, contributing plant-derived compounds such as polyphenols. It is typically included at low levels for conditioning and marketing appeal rather than as a primary active.
What does Musa Sapientum Flower Extract do in skincare?
Musa Sapientum Flower Extract is used as a skin-conditioning and antioxidant- supporting ingredient in skincare and sunscreen formulas. Derived from banana flowers, it supplies plant compounds such as polyphenols. It is typically included at low levels for conditioning rather than as a primary active.
Is Musa Sapientum Flower Extract safe?
Musa Sapientum Flower Extract is a botanical ingredient used at low concentrations and is generally considered safe in cosmetic formulas. As with any plant extract, sensitive individuals could experience irritation, so a patch test is reasonable. We do not make medical claims about it.
Is Musa Sapientum Flower Extract vegan?
Musa Sapientum Flower Extract is plant-derived, obtained from banana flowers, so the ingredient itself is of botanical origin. Whether a finished product is fully vegan depends on all of its other ingredients and the brand's sourcing. Check the brand's labeling for vegan certification.
Sunscreens with Musa Sapientum Flower Extract
We rate 6 sunscreens that contain it:
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THE LAB by blanc doux Clear Hyal Homme Sun Cream SPF50+ PA++++
95/100
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Ph. Hubby 1g Sun Cream Intensive Protection
91/100
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Ph. Hubby 1g Sun Cream Soft Matte
91/100
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Whamisa Organic Pear Blossom Sunscreen SPF 50+ Pa ++++
70/100
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Thrive Causemetics Sunproof™ 3-in-1 Invisible Priming Sunscreen - SPF 37
70/100
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Sun Bum Daily Sunscreen Moisturizer SPF
65/100