Soothing Botanical ·
Kigelia Africana (Sausage Tree)
INCI: Kigelia Africana Fruit Extract
What is it?
An extract from Kigelia africana (the "sausage tree"), a pan-African traditional medicinal plant used in skincare for its antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties.
What does it do?
According to PubMed, a phytochemistry and pharmacology review of Kigelia africana documented confirmed anti-inflammatory, analgesic and antioxidant activity across extracts of different plant parts, roughly 150 characterized bioactive compounds, and noted the plant's recognized role in skin-care maintenance has already resulted in commercial skin formulations -- a comprehensive review of real pharmacological data rather than a single controlled clinical trial.
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This page provides general skincare information and is not medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Ingredient interactions and evidence summaries reflect published, cited sources — not a personal assessment of your skin. For medical skin conditions, rashes, pregnancy/lactation questions or persistent concerns, please consult a licensed dermatologist or HPCSA-registered practitioner.