{"product_id":"wilgenbast-extract-natuurlijke-bha-exfoliant","title":"Willow Bark Extract (Natural BHA Exfoliant)","description":"\u003ch2\u003eWhat is Willow Bark Extract?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWillow bark extract is a plant extract from the bark of the willow tree (Salix).\u003cbr\u003eIt contains salicin, a substance that is converted in the skin to a salicylic acid-like effect. As a result, it acts as a mild, natural form of BHA exfoliation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003eWhere does Willow Bark Extract come from?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe extract is extracted from the bark of willow trees, especially Salix alba.\u003cbr\u003eWillow bark has been used in skincare for centuries for its purifying and calming properties.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat are the benefits of Willow Bark Extract?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e • Cleanses pores and helps loosen sebum and dirt\u003cbr\u003e • Removes dead skin cells and prevents build-up\u003cbr\u003e • Reduces impurities and blackheads\u003cbr\u003e • Improves skin texture and smoothes the skin\u003cbr\u003e • Gives a fresher, more even look\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHow does the salicylic acid action in this extract work?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWillow bark extract does not contain free salicylic acid, but salicin. The skin converts salicin slowly, creating a salicylic acid-like effect.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAs a result:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e • dissolves sebum and build-up in the pores\u003cbr\u003e • loosens dead skin cells\u003cbr\u003e • it has a purifying effect without the intensity of pure BHA\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe effect is similar to salicylic acid, but more gradual and less aggressive.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHow do I use Willow Bark Wxtract?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e • Use 1–2% in your formulation\u003cbr\u003e • Add to the water phase\u003cbr\u003e • Suitable for serums, toners and emulsions\u003cbr\u003e • Works best at a pH of ± 4–6.5\u003cbr\u003e • Can be combined with AHAs for wider exfoliation\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003eWhat is so special about Willow Bark Extract?\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWillow bark extract gives a BHA-like effect in a milder form.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Natural Heroes","offers":[{"title":"10 ml","offer_id":53165508788567,"sku":"WBEX-NH-1","price":10.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"30 ml","offer_id":53165508821335,"sku":"WBEX-NH-2","price":29.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0889\/5214\/4215\/files\/855-bottle-b-30-1KSQ-sRGB.png?v=1774934738","url":"https:\/\/alhalalcosmetics.nl\/en-us\/products\/willow-bark-extract-natural-bha-exfoliant","provider":"Halal Cosmetics","version":"1.0","type":"link"}