Acacia senegal extract

AKA: Gum Acacia, Acacia senegal Willd. (Mimosaceae), NKQOQQOOZLPVEV-UHFFFAOYSA-N
Plant-Derived
Skin Conditioner
Extract
Clean
OriginNative to West Africa, Sudan. Derived from the bark of Acacia senegal trees native to West Africa, particularly Sudan, within the Fabaceae family. Extracted from bark through solvent extraction methods to isolate the gum polysaccharides.
Acacia Senegal Extract is a cosmetic ingredient. Rated low hazard by EWG. Assessed as safe by the CIR.
Family
Fabaceae (Legume family)
Plant Part
Bark
Lifeform
Shrub or tree
Climate
Desert or dry shrubland
CAS #
97659-43-3
Form
Liquid
Skin Types
●all-skin-types, gentle
Best For
Antioxidant
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Yes
Functions
Skin Conditioning
A catch-all term for ingredients that improve how skin looks and feels — softer, smoother, more supple. The workhorse behind most moisturizers.
Controls Viscosity
Antioxidant Protection
Reduces Inflammation
Wound Healing
The paper trail
🔬Peer-reviewednone on file
⚖️Regulatory0 listings
🛡️Safety-assessed4 reviews →
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EWG
1
CIR
Safe as used
Pregnancy
Yes
Regulatory Status
USA✔ permitted
EU⚠ restricted
JAPAN⚠ restricted
CANADA⚠ restricted
Verified Jun 2026
Data: Kew POWO · CosIng · EWG · CIR