Polianthes Tuberosa Extract

What is Polianthes Tuberosa Extract?

Polianthes Tuberosa Extract comes from the tubers of Polianthes tuberosa, a bulbous herbaceous perennial originating from Mexico, celebrated for its creamy white, trumpet-shaped flowers with a potent, sweet floral aroma blending jasmine, lily, and orange blossom notes. The extract is typically produced via solvent extraction or distillation, yielding a concentrate rich in volatile oils, phenolics, and polysaccharides. In cosmetics, it falls under botanical extracts, appearing in perfumes, body lotions, creams, shampoos, and styling aids. It delivers a distinctive scent profile that defines product character, while its natural waxes and gums enable film formation for improved adhesion and durability on skin or hair. It also hydrates and supple-izes the skin barrier, shields against daily irritants like pollution, and modifies formula thickness for smooth application and even distribution.

Comedogenic Rating 0/5 Low risk of clogging pores
EWG Safety Rating 1 View on EWG →

Roles in Formulation

This ingredient serves the following purposes in cosmetic formulations:

Film former
Creates a continuous film on skin or hair to improve wear, water resistance, transfer resistance, shine, or hold in sunscreens, makeup, and styling products.
Fragrance ingredient
Contributes scent character and/or masks base odors, shaping the overall sensory experience of the formula (subject to allergen and IFRA considerations).
Skin conditioning agent
Maintains skin softness, smoothness, and flexibility.
Skin protecting
Forms a barrier to protect skin from external irritants.
Viscosity controlling agent
Adjusts thickness to the desired level for stability and usability, improving dispensing, suspension, and texture across many formulation types.

Benefits

Imparts a rich, exotic floral scent to enhance sensory appeal.

Softens skin texture and promotes smoothness.

Creates a lightweight barrier for protection and product longevity.

Who It's For

A quick guide for who this ingredient may suit (and who should be cautious).

Who May Benefit Who Should Avoid
Individuals preferring natural botanical fragrances in daily routines.
People with fragrance sensitivities or allergies to floral extracts.
Those seeking added skin softness from conditioning agents.
Individuals prone to contact dermatitis from plant-derived ingredients.
Users of long-wear makeup or hair products for better hold.
Those preferring completely unscented formulations.

Safety Notes

  • Considered low hazard in cosmetic concentrations per safety assessments.
  • Non-comedogenic, unlikely to clog pores.

Frequently Asked Questions about Polianthes Tuberosa Extract

What is Polianthes Tuberosa Extract?

A botanical extract from the tuberose plant's tubers, used for its floral scent and conditioning properties in cosmetics.

Is it safe for daily use?

Generally recognized as safe at typical cosmetic levels with low hazard ratings.

Does it benefit skin texture?

Acts as a conditioner to help maintain softness and flexibility.