Salix alba (Willow) extract
AKA: White willow, Willow Extract
Plant-Derived
Skin Conditioner
Extract
Not Clean
Salix Alba (Willow) Extract is a cosmetic ingredient.
Family
Salicaceae (Willow family)
Plant Part
Flower
Lifeform
Tree
Climate
Temperate
CAS #
84082-82-6
Form
Liquid
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.
Unclogs pores
Supports cell turnover
Traditional Use
Used in traditional European herbalism for its anti-inflammatory and antimicrobial properties, particularly for acne-prone skin. Willow bark became a key ingredient in modern skincare products as a plant-based alternative to synthetic salicylic acid.
Skin Types
●all-skin-types
Best For
Acne
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Caution
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Verified Jun 2026
Data: Kew POWO · CosIng · EWG · CIR