Cassia angustifolia (Alexandrian Senna) seed polysaccharide

Cassia angustifolia (Alexandrian Senna) seed polysaccharide

AKA “Alexandrian Senna Seed”

Extract

Ingredient Facts

Cassia angustifolia (Alexandrian Senna) seed polysaccharide

AKA: Alexandrian Senna Seed

Extract · Humectant · EWG: 1

Plant-Derived

Humectant

Occlusive

Skin Conditioner

Extract

Clean

A natural seed extract from India and Egypt that softens and conditions skin and hair, leaving it smooth and hydrated.

Family

Fabaceae (Legume family)

Plant Part

Seed

Lifeform

Subshrub

Climate

Subtropical

CAS #

85187-05-9

Form

Powder

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Functions

Skin Conditioning

A catch-all term for ingredients that improve how skin looks and feels — softer, smoother, more supple. The workhorse behind most moisturizers.

Humectant

A moisture magnet. Pulls water from the air and deeper skin layers up to the surface to keep skin plump and hydrated.

Film Forming

Creates a physical seal on skin to lock moisture in and keep irritants out. The "slugging" ingredient — barrier protection.

Moisturizing

Locks in moisture to keep skin soft and supple throughout the day

Boosts Collagen

Improves Elasticity

Softens and smooths skin

Traditional Use

Senna has been used in traditional Indian and Middle Eastern medicine for centuries as a laxative, with the seed component traditionally valued for its mucilaginous properties. Modern cosmetic use focuses on the polysaccharide extract for skin conditioning and thickening.