What it is
Cynanchum Atratum Extract is derived from a perennial herb used in traditional East Asian botanical preparations. In cosmetic formulas it is included as a plant extract intended to condition and calm the appearance of the skin. It appears in small amounts in sunscreens and other leave-on products, often alongside other botanical ingredients.
Safety & warnings
Botanical extracts can occasionally provoke sensitivity in individuals reactive to plant-derived ingredients, so patch testing is reasonable for those with known plant sensitivities. It is typically used at low concentrations.
Origin & sourcing
Natural; obtained from the roots of Cynanchum atratum, a flowering plant in the dogbane family. The plant material is extracted to yield the cosmetic ingredient.
Questions everyone asks
What does Cynanchum Atratum Extract do in a sunscreen?
It is added as a botanical skin-conditioning and soothing agent rather than as a sun filter; it supports the overall feel of the formula.
Is Cynanchum Atratum Extract a UV filter?
No. It does not provide sun protection and serves a supporting skin-conditioning role in the formula.