Meadowsweet Extract
INCI: Meadowsweet
Reviewed by Rosie · Last updated 18 Aug 2026
Also known as: Spiraea Ulmaria Extract
Natural source of salicylic acid precursors
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What Is Meadowsweet Extract?
Meadowsweet (Spiraea Ulmaria) is a flowering plant that contains natural salicylates, the compounds from which aspirin was originally derived. In skincare, it provides gentle exfoliating and anti-inflammatory benefits similar to BHA.
This botanical offers a milder alternative to synthetic salicylic acid, making it suitable for those seeking gentle clarifying benefits with reduced irritation potential.
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