What it is
Eucommia Ulmoides Bark Extract is obtained from the bark of Eucommia ulmoides, a tree native to China that has a long history of use in traditional herbal practice. In cosmetic formulas it is included as a plant-derived conditioning ingredient and is valued for its content of polyphenolic and other plant constituents. It functions as a supportive botanical rather than as an active sun-protection ingredient.
Safety & warnings
Botanical bark extracts of this type are generally well tolerated at cosmetic use levels, though as with any plant extract sensitization is possible in predisposed individuals. No distinctive comedogenicity concerns are associated with this water-based extract.
Origin & sourcing
Natural; a botanical extract prepared from the bark of Eucommia ulmoides, a tree native to China.
History
Eucommia ulmoides has a long history of use in traditional East Asian herbalism, where the bark has been valued in tonic preparations; its cosmetic use draws on this botanical tradition.
Questions everyone asks
What part of the plant is used?
The extract is made from the bark of the Eucommia ulmoides tree.
Does it provide sun protection?
No. It is used as a botanical conditioning and antioxidant-type additive and does not act as a UV filter.