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Uncaria Tomentosa Extract

What Uncaria Tomentosa Extract is & what it does

Uncaria Tomentosa Extract comes from cat's claw, a woody vine native to South America. In cosmetics it is generally used as a skin-conditioning and antioxidant-positioned botanical ingredient. It is typically added to support a soothed, comfortable skin feel and for its plant-derived positioning. Concentrations in finished products are usually low.

What is Uncaria Tomentosa Extract?

Uncaria Tomentosa Extract comes from cat's claw, a woody vine native to South America. In cosmetics it is used as a skin-conditioning, antioxidant-positioned botanical ingredient.

What does Uncaria Tomentosa Extract do in skincare?

It is typically added to support a soothed, comfortable skin feel and for its plant-derived positioning. Concentrations in finished products are usually low.

Is Uncaria Tomentosa Extract safe?

It is a botanical extract generally considered well tolerated at the low levels used in cosmetics. Those with plant sensitivities may wish to patch test.

Sunscreens with Uncaria Tomentosa Extract

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