Pine needles
Pine needles are a fresh, forest-inspired ingredient used in UK skincare and haircare for their naturally invigorating and antioxidant properties. Derived from the needles of pine trees, they bring a clean, woody aroma and gentle purifying action to cleansers, toners, masks and shampoos.
How it works in skincare
In cosmetics, pine needle extract and essential oil function as natural antioxidants and astringents that help cleanse and tone the skin while delivering a pleasant, uplifting scent. The extract is rich in polyphenols and flavonoids that protect against environmental stressors, and its mild antimicrobial properties make it a popular choice in clarifying formulations for both skin and scalp.
Key benefits
- Antioxidant protection against environmental damage
- Helps tone and refresh the skin
- Invigorating woody aroma for sensory appeal
- Gently cleanses and clarifies
- Supports healthy-looking scalp and hair
- Provides a fresh, forest-like fragrance
Best for
oily skin, combination skin, acne-prone skin, dull skin
Where it comes from
Pine needles are the slender, evergreen leaves of various species of pine tree (Pinus), most commonly Pinus sylvestris. They are sustainably harvested from the branches of these coniferous trees native to temperate forests across Europe and Asia.
Products with Pine needles
Not every product on UK Lips lists a full ingredient breakdown — so there may be many more formulas that contain Pine needles than we can show here. These are the comparisons where we’ve confirmed it in the listed ingredients.