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
We rate 3 sunscreens that contain it:
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A-Derma Epitheliale A.H Ultra Protective Repairing Cream SPF 50+
91/100
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Dr.Select UV Gel Cream SPF 50+ Pa++++
70/100
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SNP UV Perfect Daily Suncream
50/100