What it is
Magnolia Liliflora Flower Extract is obtained from the flowers of a flowering magnolia species traditionally valued in East Asian botanical practice. In cosmetics it is included for its plant polyphenols, which are used as antioxidant and soothing-feel conditioning components. It generally appears at low levels as a supporting botanical rather than a primary active.
Safety & warnings
Floral extracts of this type are generally well tolerated at cosmetic levels. Magnolia-derived botanicals can contain naturally occurring aromatic constituents, so individuals prone to fragrance or botanical sensitivity may prefer to patch test.
Origin & sourcing
Natural; an extract prepared from the flowers of Magnolia liliflora, a magnolia species cultivated in East Asia.
Questions everyone asks
What role does magnolia flower extract play in sunscreen?
It is used as a botanical antioxidant and skin-conditioning ingredient, typically at low levels, and is not a UV filter.
Is this the same as magnolia bark extract?
No; this is a flower extract of Magnolia liliflora, which is a different plant part and source from bark extracts.