Lawsonia inermis extract

Lawsonia inermis extract (CAS 84988-66-9), derived from the henna plant, is a botanical colorant used in personal care and industrial dyeing.

Where is Lawsonia inermis extract used?

• Cosmetics: hair dyes, conditioning treatments, temporary body art products
• Textiles: natural dye for protein-based fibers such as wool and silk
• Leather processing: natural tanning and surface coloration on hides
• Personal care brands formulating under natural or clean-beauty positioning source it as a primary pigment.

Good to know: Standardization by lawsone content is typical for buyers requiring batch-to-batch consistency in color performance. Cosmetic-grade material is subject to specifications aligned with regional regulatory requirements.

Commercial specifications

• Standardized plant extract
• Standardization by lawsone content