Ajuga Reptans Cell Culture Extract
A cosmetic ingredient used as antioxidant, bleaching, chelating in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Ajuga Reptans Cell Culture Extract is the extract of a plant cell culture suspension of the Bugle, Ajuga reptans L., Lamiaceae
What does it do?
Ajuga Reptans Cell Culture Extract is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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Antioxidant
neutralises free radicals to slow oxidative damage to the formulation or skin
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Bleaching
lightens hair or skin tone by chemically reducing pigment
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Chelating
binds metal ions to prevent them from interfering with formulation stability
EU regulatory status
Ajuga Reptans Cell Culture Extract is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the European Union under Regulation 1223/2009. It is not subject to a specific Annex restriction at the time of writing.
Frequently asked questions
What is Ajuga Reptans Cell Culture Extract?
Ajuga Reptans Cell Culture Extract is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Ajuga Reptans Cell Culture Extract is the extract of a plant cell culture suspension of the Bugle, Ajuga reptans L., Lamiaceae
Is Ajuga Reptans Cell Culture Extract allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Ajuga Reptans Cell Culture Extract is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Ajuga Reptans Cell Culture Extract do in cosmetic products?
Ajuga Reptans Cell Culture Extract is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: antioxidant, bleaching, chelating.
What is the CAS number of Ajuga Reptans Cell Culture Extract?
The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Ajuga Reptans Cell Culture Extract is 90320-26-6.
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Source: EU CosIng database (European Commission). This page is derived from public-sector information published by the European Commission. · Last updated: 15/10/2010