What it is
Uncaria Tomentosa Extract is derived from cat's claw, a woody vine native to the Amazon region, traditionally valued for its bark and root. In cosmetics it provides antioxidant and conditioning support and is used as a botanical additive in skincare and sun care products.
Safety & warnings
Used at typical cosmetic levels, it is generally well tolerated. As with other botanical extracts, sensitive individuals may occasionally react.
Origin & sourcing
It is a natural botanical extract obtained from Uncaria tomentosa, known as cat's claw, a vine native to South and Central America.
Questions everyone asks
What is cat's claw extract?
It is a botanical extract from Uncaria tomentosa, a vine native to the Amazon, used for antioxidant and conditioning effects.
What does it do in a formula?
It functions as a skin-conditioning botanical with antioxidant and soothing properties.