What it is
Rubus Suavissimus Leaf Extract is obtained from the leaves of Rubus suavissimus, a plant native to southern China often called sweet tea. It is used in cosmetics as a botanical additive for its conditioning and soothing character, drawing on the leaf's polyphenols and sweet glycoside content. It is generally incorporated at low levels within plant-based formulations.
Safety & warnings
Generally well tolerated in cosmetic use. Sensitivity is uncommon, and the extract is not associated with comedogenicity.
Origin & sourcing
Natural, derived from the leaves of Rubus suavissimus, a sweet-tasting plant traditionally used as a tea in southern China.
Questions everyone asks
What is sweet tea leaf extract?
It comes from Rubus suavissimus, a southern Chinese plant whose leaves are naturally sweet and used as a tea.
What does it do in skincare?
It serves as a soothing, conditioning botanical that contributes plant polyphenols to the formula.