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Cleanser / Surfactant

Quillaja Saponaria Root Extract

Often labeled as: Soapbark Extract

The heavy-duty botanical foaming agent.

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Overall Safety Safe
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Pregnancy Safety Safe
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Comedogenic (0-5) 0 / 5
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Irritancy (0-5) 0 / 5

๐Ÿ”ฌ How It Actually Works

An extract from the root of the Soapbark tree. Like Soapwort, it is incredibly rich in saponins, providing a very dense, robust natural foam that cleanses deeply without severe irritation.

๐Ÿ’– Why your skin loves it

Removes heavy oils naturally, purifies pores, and provides mild astringent properties.

๐Ÿ’ก Pro Tip

Excellent for oily, acne-prone skin that prefers natural cleansers.

โš–๏ธ Myth vs. Fact

The Myth

It leaves a sticky residue.

The Science

It is highly water-soluble and rinses completely cleanly away.