What it is
This extract is derived from the flowers of Prunus lannesiana, a type of Japanese flowering cherry. In cosmetics it is used as a plant-derived conditioning agent associated with polyphenols and other antioxidant-type constituents. It is frequently featured as a signature botanical, particularly in Japanese formulas, and typically appears at low concentrations alongside the main functional ingredients.
Safety & warnings
Plant flower extracts can occasionally sensitize susceptible individuals, but this cherry blossom extract is not a commonly reported allergen and is generally well tolerated at typical use levels.
Origin & sourcing
Natural extract from the flowers of the Japanese flowering cherry, Prunus lannesiana.
History
The cherry blossom, or sakura, is a longstanding cultural symbol in Japan and a popular botanical theme in Japanese skin care.
Questions everyone asks
Is this a cherry blossom extract?
Yes. It is derived from the flowers of Prunus lannesiana, a type of Japanese flowering cherry, often called sakura.
What does it do in a sunscreen?
It is used as a conditioning botanical with antioxidant-type plant constituents and is often included as a signature natural ingredient.