What it is
Quercus Acutissima Fruit Extract is obtained from the acorns of the sawtooth oak and, in keeping with oak-derived materials, is rich in tannins and other polyphenols that provide antioxidant and astringent character. It is included as a supporting botanical to contribute a conditioned, toned skin feel and has no UV-filtering role. It usually appears at minor levels in a formula.
Safety & warnings
Sawtooth oak acorn extract is generally well tolerated at cosmetic use levels. Its tannin content lends mild astringency, which may feel tightening only when concentrated; no specific fragrance allergen or comedogenicity concern is associated with this material.
Origin & sourcing
Natural, plant-derived from the fruit (acorns) of Quercus acutissima, the sawtooth oak, a deciduous oak native to East Asia, including Japan, Korea, and China; the acorns are extracted to recover their polyphenolic fraction.
Questions everyone asks
What is sawtooth oak fruit extract made from?
It is extracted from the acorns of Quercus acutissima, the sawtooth oak, and is rich in tannins and other polyphenols.
Does it act as a sunscreen?
No. It is an antioxidant and conditioning botanical and does not provide UV protection.