Bixa Orellana Seed Extract (Lipstick Tree)
Bixa Orellana Seed Extract, also known as Lipstick Tree extract, is a natural plant-derived ingredient used in UK beauty products for its warm reddish-orange colour and gentle skincare properties. It brings a soft tint to lipsticks, blushes and tinted moisturisers while offering antioxidant protection. Gentle enough for daily use, it is a favourite in clean and natural formulations.
How it works in skincare
In cosmetics and skincare, Bixa Orellana Seed Extract functions primarily as a natural colourant, imparting a delicate peachy-red hue to lipsticks, lip balms and emulsions. Its carotenoid-rich profile also lends antioxidant qualities that help shield the skin from environmental stressors. The extract is often included in formulations for its ability to soothe and condition while delivering a subtle, buildable tint without the use of synthetic dyes.
Key benefits
- Provides natural warm reddish-orange colour
- Delivers antioxidant protection against daily environmental stress
- Conditions and softens lips and skin
- Gives a subtle buildable tint to makeup
- Suitable for clean and natural beauty formulations
- Helps create a healthy-looking glow
Best for
dry skin, sensitive skin, mature skin, dull skin
Where it comes from
Bixa Orellana Seed Extract is obtained from the seeds of the Bixa orellana shrub, commonly known as the lipstick tree or annatto. The vibrant red coating surrounding the seeds is naturally rich in bixin and other carotenoids.