What it is
This extract is prepared from the roots of Broussonetia kazinoki, a mulberry species traditionally used in East Asia. Mulberry-derived extracts are valued in skincare for their content of polyphenolic compounds. In formulations it functions as a skin-conditioning agent.
Safety & warnings
Botanical root extracts of this type are generally well tolerated at cosmetic use levels. As with other plant extracts, sensitization is possible in predisposed individuals.
Origin & sourcing
Natural, plant-derived; obtained from the root of the paper mulberry tree (Broussonetia kazinoki).
Questions everyone asks
What is Broussonetia kazinoki?
It is a paper mulberry tree species native to East Asia; its root is extracted for use as a skin-conditioning cosmetic ingredient.
Why is it added to skincare?
It serves as a skin-conditioning agent and contributes plant-derived polyphenolic compounds to the formula.