Khaya senegalensis wood extract is the product obtained by drying methodsfrom the plant of the same name, belonging to the Meliaceae family aand commonly called African Mahogany.
What it is used for and where
Khaya senegalensis is a plant that grows in Nigeria and South Africa and is used by traditional medicine for the treatment of coughs, arthritis and sexually transmitted diseases.
Cosmetics
Skin conditioning agent. It is the mainstay of topical skin treatment by restoring, increasing or improving skin tolerance to external factors, including melanocyte tolerance. The most important function of the conditioning agent is to prevent skin dehydration, but the subject is rather complex and involves emollients and humectants.
Substances contained
Flavonoids, tannins, saponins, alkaloids that have shown antibacterial activity.
Safety
Ingredient considered safe.
