Alpinia Formosana Leaf Oil
A cosmetic ingredient used as humectant, skin conditioning in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Alpinia Formosana Leaf Oil is the volatile oil obtained from the leaves of Alpinia formosana, Zingiberaceae.
What does it do?
Alpinia Formosana Leaf Oil is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
-
Humectant
draws moisture from the air or deeper skin layers to the surface, helping skin retain water
-
Skin conditioning
improves the appearance, feel, and condition of skin
EU regulatory status
Alpinia Formosana Leaf Oil 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 Alpinia Formosana Leaf Oil?
Alpinia Formosana Leaf Oil is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Alpinia Formosana Leaf Oil is the volatile oil obtained from the leaves of Alpinia formosana, Zingiberaceae.
Is Alpinia Formosana Leaf Oil allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Alpinia Formosana Leaf Oil is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Alpinia Formosana Leaf Oil do in cosmetic products?
Alpinia Formosana Leaf Oil is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: humectant, skin conditioning.
Related ingredients
Source: EU CosIng database (European Commission). This page is derived from public-sector information published by the European Commission. · Last updated: 23/07/2014