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ACACIA ARABICA BARK POWDER.

Insufficient Data CAS 93164-88-6 / SKIN CONDITIONING

A botanical extract derived from the bark of Acacia arabica trees, delivering concentrated polyphenols and tannins (12-20%) for comprehensive skin conditioning. This water-soluble powder provides multi-functional benefits including antioxidant protection, gentle astringency, and structural protein preservation through enzyme inhibition.

Summary

skin conditioning astringent soothing antioxidant

Science

Mechanism of Action

Functions through multiple pathways: neutralizes reactive oxygen species via rich polyphenol content (gallic acid, catechin, quercetin), provides astringent effects through tannin-mediated tissue constriction, inhibits collagenase and elastase enzymes to prevent structural protein degradation, and offers antimicrobial protection by disrupting microbial cell membrane integrity.

Research

Clinical Evidence

Medium confidence
Effective range 3–3%
Optimal

3%

Key findings

  1. 01 12-week human study with 3% concentration demonstrated significant anti-aging effects: improved skin texture, reduced erythema, and decreased melanin content
  2. 02 In vitro photoprotection study showed significant reduction in UV-induced mutagenic activity with methanol bark extract

Transparency

Dusting Analysis

Not commonly dusted

Limited clinical data available with only one concentration tested; insufficient market data to establish dusting patterns

The Formula

Formulation

Solubility
Water
Optimal pH 4.5 – 7.5
0 7 14

Stability

Demonstrates excellent stability across wide pH range with natural thickening and emulsion stabilization properties; tannin content may cause formulation darkening at elevated pH levels

Conflicts

  • Heavy metal salts
  • Strong oxidizing agents
  • High-concentration alcohol solutions

Safety

Safety Profile

CIR Status
Insufficient data
Sensitization risk Low

CIR panel lacks sufficient safety data for Acacia arabica bark specifically, though related Acacia senegal gum has established safety profile; FDA recognizes gum arabic as GRAS for food applications

Your Skin

Skin Compatibility

Yes Normal
Yes Dry
Yes Oily
Yes Sensitive
Irritancy Low
Comedogenicity Low

Our Assessment

Verdict

Insufficient Data

Promising botanical with demonstrated anti-aging efficacy at 3% concentration, but limited safety assessment data restricts confident formulation recommendations.

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