Aloesin
A cosmetic ingredient used as skin conditioning in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
4H-1-Benzopyran-4-one, 8-beta-D-glucopyranosyl-7-hydroxy-5-methyl-2-(2-oxopropyl)-
What does it do?
Aloesin is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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Skin conditioning
improves the appearance, feel, and condition of skin
EU regulatory status
Aloesin 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 Aloesin?
Aloesin is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. 4H-1-Benzopyran-4-one, 8-beta-D-glucopyranosyl-7-hydroxy-5-methyl-2-(2-oxopropyl)-
Is Aloesin allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Aloesin is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Aloesin do in cosmetic products?
Aloesin is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: skin conditioning.
What is the CAS number of Aloesin?
The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Aloesin is 30861-27-9.
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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