Curi/Atlas/Quillaja Saponaria Bark Extract
INCI · surfactant · CIR review pending · used in 5 products

Quillaja Saponaria Bark Extract

Quillaja Saponaria Bark Extract is derived from the bark of the Panama bark tree (Quillaja saponaria, family Rosaceae), registered under CAS # 68990-67-0. It is a natural saponin-rich extract used widely in cosmetic and personal care formulations. It functions primarily as a surfactant and emulsifier, and is found in cleansers, shampoos, toners, and body washes.

Evidence level
weak
EWG score
Comedogenic
Category
surfactant

● Benefits

Provides cleansing and foaming action through its natural saponin content, while also offering emulsifying and moisturising/skin conditioning properties. It is additionally noted for antidandruff activity according to its official CosIng functions.

cleansingemulsifyinghydratinganti-dandruff
● Cautions

Where Curi finds it.