Salix nigra (Black Willow) bark extract

Salix nigra (Black Willow) bark extract

AKA “black willow bark extract”

Extract

Ingredient Facts

Salix nigra (Black Willow) bark extract

AKA: Black willow bark extract

Extract · Skin Protecting · EWG: 1

Plant-Derived

Barrier Support

Extract

Clean

Salix nigra (black willow) bark extract is a cosmetic ingredient used as skin protecting. Rated low hazard by EWG.

Family

Salicaceae (Willow family)

Plant Part

Bark

Lifeform

Tree

Climate

Temperate

CAS #

84650-64-6

Form

Liquid

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Functions

Skin Protecting

Helps rebuild and strengthen your skin barrier — the invisible shield that keeps moisture in and irritants out. Essential after over-exfoliating or harsh weather.

Nourishes & Protects

Traditional Use

Black willow bark contains salicin, a precursor to salicylic acid, and has been used in traditional European and Native American medicine for anti-inflammatory purposes. Historically employed by herbalists for skin conditions before synthetic salicylic acid was developed.