What is Salix Alba (Willow) Bark Extract?

Astringent

Salix Alba (Willow) Bark Extract is an astringent that gives a tightening feel.

This ingredient is listed in CosIng, the EU's cosmetic ingredient database. CosIng lists what it's used for as: Astringent, Hair conditioning, Skin conditioning, Soothing, Tonic.

CosIng function classes are the EU's standard list of the jobs an ingredient does inside a product, such as moisturizing, emulsifying, or preserving.

Anything to watch out for?

Some products' ingredient lists mark this ingredient as below. If a mark's reason fits your skin, it is the ingredient to weigh in those products.

Pregnancy skincare guidance lists this ingredient as one to be careful with.: Marked this way on 4 products.

Each mark comes from matching the product's full ingredient list against lists for fragrance, labeled fragrance allergens, drying alcohols, essential oils, fungal acne, pore clogging, and pregnancy caution.

Which products feature it?

28 of the 2320 products we've checked feature this as a key ingredient. Products that disclose a concentration or list it near the top of the ingredient list come first.

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EIIO
Anti-Pore Blackhead Kit
It's made for less visible pores and better hydration.
Key: Salix Alba (Willow) Bark Extract (#5 on the ingredient list), Mandelic Acid, Lactobionic Acid
Official (Korean)
21 claims, summarized
Only partly backed:
less visible pores · better hydration · calmer skin
Tests passed:
skin irritation
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claims, checked
Skin irritation test completedbacked by evidence
No irritating nose pack! Moist and mild sensationplausible, not tested
Soft, squishy coconut jelly that clings! Biocelluloseplausible, not tested
Plant-based biocellulose sheet made by naturally fermenting coconut water!plausible, not tested
2-STEP care that removes blackheads and sebum without irritation and tightens porespartly backed
A low-irritation 2-STEP nose pack that gently softens and removes sebum and blackheads, and astringes pores to create smooth nose skin.partly backed
Moisture retention UP, mild and soft texturepartly backed
Step 2 mask that refreshes and tightens pores, calms them, and leaves them smoothpartly backed
Patented technology liposome capsulation (Liposome capsulation) that helps absorption deep into porespartly backed
Cosmetic composition for skin care having blackhead and sebum removal effect, and method for preparing the samepartly backed
Contains effective astringent·soothing ingredients for smooth-looking porespartly backed
A sheet with a gentle, soft texture combines soothing ingredients and a triple complex of AHA ingredients in a golden ratio to create fresh, smooth pores.partly backed
After requesting a skin safety and efficacy evaluation from a nationally accredited clinical institution, the product was rated as non-irritating.partly backed
24-hour occlusive skin patch test conducted, rated non-irritating!partly backed
Step 1 mask that opens pores to gently dissolve and soften sebum and blackheadsno supporting source found
The sheet, composed of over 90% water, has a soft, jelly-like surface that adheres seamlessly along the contours of the nose.no supporting source found
Plant-derived complex extracts soften and dissolve sebum and blackheads hidden deep in pores, and release them out of the pores.no supporting source found
Blackhead & sebum care!nothing specific to check
Pore tightening & skin soothingnothing specific to check
Pops out sebum and blackheads hidden deep in pores!nothing specific to check
Refreshingly tighten & soothe cleared pores!nothing specific to check
Pyunkang Yul
Calming Deep Moisture Toner
It's made for calmer skin and less visible pores.
Key: Salix Alba (Willow) Bark Extract (#8 on the ingredient list), Panthenol, Gluconolactone
Official (Korean)
16 claims, summarized
Only partly backed:
less visible pores · less shine · a smoother skin texture · calmer skin (amount unknown)
Free of:
the ingredients it lists
Tests passed:
skin irritation
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claims, checked
Skin irritation test completed (rated non-irritating)backed by evidence
Gentle, mildly acidic formulaplausible, not tested
Vegan certified by the Korea Agency of Vegan Certification and Servicesplausible, not tested
Five soothing ingredients, including madecassoside extracted from centella (known as tiger grass), help calm the skinplausible, not tested
Clinically tested as suitable for acne-prone skinpartly backed
60.7% reduction in pore areapartly backed
34.4% reduction in skin oilpartly backed
32.7% reduction in sebumpartly backed
26.9% reduction in skin flakingpartly backed
17.2% improvement in skin texturepartly backed
AHA from fruit and gentle, low-irritation PHA soften dead skin and debris to help remove residue left after cleansingpartly backed
Contains five hyaluronic acids that draw in about a thousand times their weight in water, and panthenol, a vitamin B derivative that strengthens the skin's moisture barrierpartly backed
Instead of harsh peeling ingredients, it contains white willow bark extract, which gently melts excess sebum and debris in the pores to help with comfortable pore careoverstated
Tea tree extract, a classic soothing ingredient, controls excess sebum and moisturizes and calms upset skin for irritation-free skincareoverstated
20 harmful substances not detectedno supporting source found
Every ingredient in the EWG safe gradenothing specific to check
ISOI
ACNI Dr. 1st Control Serum
It's made for better hydration.
Key: Salix Alba (Willow) Bark Extract (#9 on the ingredient list), Leptospermum Petersonii Oil, Houttuynia Cordata Extract
Olive Young US Official (Korean)
22 claims, summarized
Only partly backed:
better hydration
Don't count on:
a smoother skin texture · calmer skin
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claims, checked
Immediate cooling soothingplausible, not tested
Skin moisture that instantly fills up with just one use!plausible, not tested
Refreshing and moist absorption without stickiness or stuffiness!plausible, not tested
With plant-derived emergency care ingredients from East and Westpartly backed
Immediately after use, skin temperature -3°Cpartly backed
Acne Clean Effect (Sophora root extract, Sea buckthorn fruit extract)partly backed
[Sebum + dryness + dead skin cells] all at once!overstated
Correcting the oil-moisture balance with Eastern and Western plant ingredientsoverstated
We care for the cause of recurring skin concerns.overstated
Suitable for use on acne-prone skin! 365-day emergency soothing serum for sensitive skinno supporting source found
Suitable for use on acne-prone skin* Emergency soothing serum customized for skin emergencies, with testing completed.no supporting source found
The gentle yet powerful plant-derived emergency care effectno supporting source found
Immediate soothing even with just one useno supporting source found
Immediately soothes skin by 44%no supporting source found
Skin moisture level 111% improvementno supporting source found
Sensitive skin irritation test completed!no supporting source found
Sebumㆍoil improvement human application test completedno supporting source found
With a non-greasy freshness, it improves the skin environment.no supporting source found
pH balance restorationno supporting source found
Isoi's one-of-a-kind natural-origin emergency care know-how, finally in a serum!nothing specific to check
Soothes 4 major irritationsnothing specific to check
Perfect preparation for skin concerns that come without notice!nothing specific to check
innisfree
Bija Trouble Toner
It's made for calmer, clearer-looking skin.
Key: Salix Alba (Willow) Bark Extract (#9 on the ingredient list), Salicylic Acid, Torreya Nucifera Seed Oil
Official (Korean)
12 claims, summarized
Only partly backed:
clearer-looking skin (amount unknown) · a smoother skin texture (amount unknown) · calmer skin
Don't count on:
better hydration
Free of:
7 listed ingredients
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claims, checked
It is a wipe-off toner that helps with tidying skin texture and soothing the skin.plausible, not tested
innisfree Bija Trouble Toner is a blemish care toner containing BHA and Torreya nucifera seed oil (500ppm) that freshly tidies up over-secreted sebum and dead skin cells.partly backed
· 7-free: no animal-derived raw materials, mineral oil, talc, polyacrylamide, artificial fragrance, synthetic colorants, or imidazolidinyl ureapartly backed
· Salicylic acid (BHA): blemish care, effectively tidies excess sebum and dead skin cells on the skin surface to maintain smooth skin texturepartly backed
The refreshing water formulation absorbs without greasiness and without residue, helping with pore care and smooth texture care.overstated
With a formula that has completed non-comedogenic and dermatological testing, it is good to use in a daily wipe-toner routine even for acne-prone and sensitive skin.overstated
· Torreya nucifera seed oil (500ppm): helps ease moisture loss by forming a supple moisturizing filmoverstated
· White willow bark extract: effective for removing dead skin cells and soothing skin, and helps improve acne through anti-inflammatory actionoverstated
Bija Trouble Toner has completed both the non-comedogenic test and the dermatological test, so it is a product that even acne-prone skin can use with peace of mind.overstated
· Dermatological test completedno supporting source found
· Non-comedogenic test completedno supporting source found
The Bija component plays the role of protecting and soothing skin made touchy by external irritation, contributing to cultivating a healthy skin condition.no supporting source found
Dr.Althea
Premium Quick Step Sebum Cleanser
Key: Salix Alba (Willow) Bark Extract (#11 on the ingredient list), Hamamelis Virginiana (Witch Hazel) Extract, Panthenol
ISOI
Acne Doctor 1st Spedy Microshot Patch
Key: Salix Alba (Willow) Bark Extract (#13 on the ingredient list), Hyaluronic Acid, Centella Asiatica Extract
Official (Korean)
5 claims, summarized
Only partly backed:
calmer skin
Tests passed:
non-comedogenic · skin irritation
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claims, checked
Non-comedogenic (number of facial lesions, skin sebum amount) / Core Derm / 2022.1.17~2.18 / 23-person human skin primary irritation test / 2022.1.25~1.28 / 31 peoplebacked by evidence
Patented micro technology delivers natural-derived active ingredients directly into the skin for a fast soothing effect. Micro patch suitable for acne-prone skin/skin irritation test completed.partly backed
With plant-derived patented micro shot<br> without irritation, fast and deep soothingpartly backed
With natural-derived patented micro shot, skin concerns one-shot one-kill.overstated
Emergency spot partner item, fast and deep soothing, patented micro shot, suitable for acne-prone skinnothing specific to check
innisfree
BIJA TROUBLE LOTION
It's made for a smoother skin texture and less visible pores.
Key: Salix Alba (Willow) Bark Extract (#13 on the ingredient list), Torreya Nucifera Seed Oil, Salicylic Acid
Official (Korean)
7 claims, summarized
Only partly backed:
less visible pores · a smoother skin texture · calmer skin · less shine
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claims, checked
Cares for excess sebum, dead skin cells, and pores, and balances oil and moisture to create a smooth and refreshing skin texture.plausible, not tested
Jeju nut pine seed oil protects the skin without dryness and helps soothe.plausible, not tested
Salicylic acid (BHA, white willow bark extract) is effective for care of dead skin cells and sebum.plausible, not tested
95% responded that the feel is light and refreshing, 95% were satisfied with spreadability, and 95% responded that sebum condition was cared for after use (IIC Korea Co., Ltd., 20 adult women, 2022.12.14~2023.01.11).plausible, not tested
9-Free: animal-derived ingredients, mineral oil, talc, polyacrylamide, artificial fragrance, synthetic colorants, imidazolidinyl urea, triethanolamine, PEG.overstated
A gentle formula usable on acne-prone and trouble-prone skin, completed dermatology tests and non-comedogenic tests.no supporting source found
Suitable for care of trouble concerns, and here trouble refers to skin concerns caused by excessively secreted sebum and dead skin cells.nothing specific to check
Round Lab
1025 Dokdo Bubble Foam
It's made for calmer skin and better hydration.
Key: Salix Alba (Willow) Bark Extract (#14 on the ingredient list), Salicylic Acid, Sea Water
Official (Korean)
25 claims, summarized
You can expect:
clearer-looking skin
Only partly backed:
a smoother skin texture · calmer skin (amount unknown) · less visible pores · less shine
See each claim
claims, checked
Functional for acne-prone skin reliefbacked by evidence
Acne-prone skin OK! Functional report completebacked by evidence
Helps relieve acne-prone skin.backed by evidence
Moist even after cleansing with 3-layer Hyaluronic Acidbacked by evidence
dermatologically testedbacked by evidence
The acne-functional ingredient salicylic acid (BHA) cleanses impurities, excess sebum, and old dead skin cells that have built up on the skin, caring for even sensitive skin cleanly.plausible, not tested
ACZERO, the patented soothing-care ingredient, cares for excess oil and pores to keep skin clean.plausible, not tested
Brought up from the deep sea where sunlight does not reach, it is clean and pristine, and with a mineral balance similar to the human body, even sensitive skin can use it with peace of mind.plausible, not tested
Rich in beneficial nourishing minerals for the skin such as calcium, magnesium, and zinc, it fills the skin with moist moisture.plausible, not tested
Adheres tightly! Moist fine bubblesplausible, not tested
Dense and abundant fine bubbles cling even to areas beyond reach, providing moist moisture and helping to cleanse thoroughly without any pulling.plausible, not tested
To protect forests, this product was produced using soy ink on an FSC-certified single carton.plausible, not tested
Microbubble mildly acidic cleansingpartly backed
On especially sensitive days, do low-irritation cleansing with Dokdo Bubble Foam!partly backed
Patented sensitive skin soothing ingredient ACZEROpartly backed
Composition for preventing, improving, and treating acne-prone skinpartly backed
The clean moisture of Ulleungdo deep sea water, as ispartly backed
High/medium/low molecular weight hyaluronic acid fills moisture layer by layer to keep skin moist and prevent dryness after cleansing.partly backed
Panthenol, allantoin, and DPG, effective in soothing skin, help to comfortably protect skin irritated by the external environment.partly backed
With an average skin reaction of 0.00, it is judged as non-irritating according to the evaluation criteria.partly backed
Skin-balancing mildly acidic cleansingno supporting source found
With a mildly acidic pH similar to healthy skin, it cleanly removes impurities and minimizes damage to the skin barrier, providing comfortable protection even after cleansing.no supporting source found
#LowIrritation #SebumCare #SoothingCleansingnothing specific to check
Soothing cleansing for tired and irritated skinnothing specific to check
Since cosmetics directly touch the skin, Round Lab creates cosmetics that even sensitive skin can use with confidence.nothing specific to check
SKINFOOD
Shine Muscat BHA 2% Toner
It's made for less visible pores.
Key: Salix Alba (Willow) Bark Extract (#14 on the ingredient list), Salicylic Acid, Gluconolactone
4 claims, summarized
You can expect:
less visible pores
Only partly backed:
a smoother skin texture
Don't count on:
calmer skin
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claims, checked
Contains BHA to provide care for excessive sebum and slogged pores.backed by evidence
An exfoliating toner designed for combination skin to clarify skin waste.plausible, not tested
Features Shine Muscat to purify and soothe your skin.overstated
Includes PHA to mildly exfoliate your skin without irritation.overstated
THE FACE SHOP
White Seed Exfoliating Foam Cleanser
Key: Salix Alba (Willow) Bark Extract (#14 on the ingredient list), Bellis Perennis (Daisy) Flower Extract, Lupinus Albus Seed Extract
Official (Korean)
13 claims, summarized
Only partly backed:
a brighter skin tone
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claims, checked
Not applicable for the review of functional cosmetics under the Cosmetics Act by the Ministry of Food and Drug Safety.backed by evidence
A rich pure white cream formula.backed by evidence
* Individual differences may occur.backed by evidence
A brightening scrub foam that makes the skin clean and bright.partly backed
A scrub foam with a formula containing White Seed Complex and fine scrub that makes the skin radiant and transparent.partly backed
A brightening scrub foam that makes the skin clean and bright with fine scrub and white foam.partly backed
The soft foam removes impurities from the skin while leaving it bright and moist, and the fine granules gently cleanse old dead skin cells cleanly and refreshingly.partly backed
The foam cleanser containing White Seed Complex, which combines White Lupin Seed and White Daisy Flower Extract, makes the skin radiant and transparent.partly backed
Fine granules in the cream spread smoothly.partly backed
A rich and moist white foam as the granules melt.partly backed
Before / Afterno supporting source found
Customers concerned about dull and dark skin.nothing specific to check
Customers who want evenly toned, radiant, and transparent skin.nothing specific to check
Dr.Wonder
Wonder Blackhead Suction Water
Key: Salix Alba (Willow) Bark Extract (#14 on the ingredient list), Carica Papaya (Papaya) Fruit Extract, Collagen Extract
nuarin
Ganghwa Mugwort Calming Toner
It's made for calmer skin and better barrier support.
Key: Salix Alba (Willow) Bark Extract (#15 on the ingredient list), Artemisia Princeps Leaf Water, Capryloyl Salicylic Acid
Official (Korean)
31 claims, summarized
Only partly backed:
calmer skin (amount unknown) · less visible pores (amount unknown) · clearer-looking skin · a smoother skin texture (amount unknown)
Don't count on:
better hydration
See each claim
claims, checked
K-HERB Ganghwa four-season mugwort 776,000ppmbacked by evidence
Fragrance X, Colorant Xbacked by evidence
Panthenol that penetrates deep into the skin, soothing and strengthening the barrierplausible, not tested
This product has been confirmed through a human application test to help with acne area soothing effect, acne area keratin improvement, skin sebum improvement, and pore area skin texture improvement after usepartly backed
Real improvement effects confirmed through a 2-week testpartly backed
Patented ingredient pore laser controls excess sebum to suppress unnecessary sebumpartly backed
Low-irritation LHA ingredient gently removes keratin that is blocking porespartly backed
Contains patented ingredient PORE LASER that simultaneously cares for sebum control and pore refinementpartly backed
Contains 77% mugwort grown in Ganghwa Island, Korea that helps rapidly soothe the skin instead of purified waterpartly backed
Niacinamide, the MFDS-certified key ingredient that returns the skin to clear and transparentpartly backed
Helps with skin whitening. Helps with skin wrinkle improvement.partly backed
Smooth skin without trouble worries through 3-step care that blocks the cause of occurrenceoverstated
Ganghwa four-season mugwort ingredient that helps soothe the skin rapidly soothes red blotchy spotsoverstated
Safe 3rd-generation exfoliating ingredient without irritationoverstated
LHA is a weakly acidic ingredient with a pH similar to skin, so it does not strain the skin, making it a safe exfoliating ingredient that even sensitive skin can use dailyoverstated
The smaller it gets, the deeper it goes, true inner moisturization filled with low-molecular hyaluronic acidoverstated
Skin in an environment where acne cannot liveoverstated
After 2 weeks of use, acne area soothing effect 123.12%no supporting source found
After 2 weeks of use, skin sebum improvement 116.51%no supporting source found
After 2 weeks of use, acne area keratin improvement 122.33%no supporting source found
After 2 weeks of use, pore area skin texture improvement 108.17%no supporting source found
Rapid Skin Soothing Ganghwa Mugwort Tonerno supporting source found
Removal of keratin blocking pores, low-irritation pH 5.5 weakly acidicno supporting source found
Contains plant-derived ingredients of the flavonoid family such as luteolin, apigenin and quercetin, which can help care for skin that has become sensitive due to the external environmentno supporting source found
Contains triterpenoids, saponins and the like, which can help soothe skin that has become sensitive from external stimuli and maintain skin condition healthilyno supporting source found
Helps with anti-inflammation of trouble-causing bacteriano supporting source found
Exclusion of 20 skin caution ingredientsno supporting source found
Made by directly extracting Ganghwa four-season mugwortno supporting source found
Mild Nuarin Ganghwa Mugwort Toner that anyone can usenothing specific to check
Since ancient times, mugwort of Ganghwa Island has been handed down as a medicinal herb that soothes wounds and lowers heatnothing specific to check
We will contain sincerity with Korea's unique natural ingredients and repay with certain skin changesnothing specific to check

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