What it is
This ingredient is obtained from the stems of Bambusa textilis, a bamboo species. Like other bamboo stem extracts it supplies minerals, including naturally occurring silica, and polysaccharides that support skin conditioning and hydration. It is used as a botanical supporting ingredient in skincare and sun care formulas.
Safety & warnings
Generally well tolerated as a cosmetic botanical. Plant extracts can occasionally cause sensitization in predisposed individuals, so a patch test is reasonable for sensitive skin.
Origin & sourcing
Plant-derived, extracted from the stems of the Bambusa textilis bamboo plant.
Questions everyone asks
Is this the same as other bamboo extracts?
It comes from a specific bamboo species, Bambusa textilis, but shares the general conditioning and mineral-rich character of bamboo stem extracts.
What does it do in a sun stick?
It acts as a conditioning botanical that supports the skin feel of the formula rather than providing UV protection.