Treemoss extract: is it comedogenic? What it does in skincare

What it does

Lichen scent extract that is a strong allergen for some.

• Perfuming

Treemoss extract in plain English

Treemoss extract comes from a lichen that grows on pine and fir trees and adds a mossy, woody note to fragrances. Like oakmoss, it is a strong natural fragrance allergen, and the EU limits certain allergy-causing compounds in it. It is one of the scent components that must be named on EU labels above set levels because it can trigger allergic reactions in some people. For acne-prone skin it does not clog pores, but irritation and redness can make breakouts look and feel worse, so sensitive skin may do better without it.

Is treemoss extract bad for acne?

Not usually, but it is worth watching. Treemoss extract is not a proven pore-clogger, but scent ingredients like this can irritate sensitive skin, and irritated skin can make breakouts look and feel worse. Notice how your skin reacts when a product lists it near the top.

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Also called

• Evernia Furfuracea Extract
• Treemoss
• Tree moss extract
• Evernia furfuracea (treemoss) extract
• Pseudevernia furfuracea extract

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