Bombax Malabaricum (silk cotton tree) flower extract is a plant-derived ingredient used in skincare for its antioxidant, soothing, and skin-conditioning properties, attributed to flavonoids and polyphenols. It is typically incorporated to help calm the skin and provide mild protective benefits.
| Reported effect | How often | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Contact irritation | Rare | Mild redness or stinging possible, mainly in sensitive skin or at higher concentrations. |
| Allergic contact dermatitis | Very rare | Botanical extracts can occasionally provoke hypersensitivity reactions in predisposed individuals. |
Frequencies reflect typical cosmetic use reported in the literature, not a guarantee for your skin.
Peer-reviewed papers on this ingredient, via PubMed.