Allium Sativum Vesicles
A cosmetic ingredient used as humectant, skin conditioning, skin protecting in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Allium Sativum Vesicles are the extracellular vesicles isolated from the whole plant Allium sativum.
What does it do?
Allium Sativum Vesicles is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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Humectant
draws moisture from the air or deeper skin layers to the surface, helping skin retain water
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Skin conditioning
improves the appearance, feel, and condition of skin
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Skin protecting
helps shield skin from external environmental factors
EU regulatory status
Allium Sativum Vesicles 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 Allium Sativum Vesicles?
Allium Sativum Vesicles is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Allium Sativum Vesicles are the extracellular vesicles isolated from the whole plant Allium sativum.
Is Allium Sativum Vesicles allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Allium Sativum Vesicles is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Allium Sativum Vesicles do in cosmetic products?
Allium Sativum Vesicles is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: humectant, skin conditioning, skin protecting.
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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: 21/04/2020