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Alpinia Uraiensis Leaf Water

A cosmetic ingredient used as fragrance, humectant in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.

What is it?

Alpinia Uraiensis Leaf Water is the aqueous solution of the steam distillate obtained from the leaves of Alpinia uraiensis, Zingiberaceae

What does it do?

Alpinia Uraiensis Leaf Water is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:

Fragrance
provides scent or masks the natural odour of other ingredients
Humectant
draws moisture from the air or deeper skin layers to the surface, helping skin retain water

EU regulatory status

Alpinia Uraiensis Leaf Water 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 Uraiensis Leaf Water?

Alpinia Uraiensis Leaf Water is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Alpinia Uraiensis Leaf Water is the aqueous solution of the steam distillate obtained from the leaves of Alpinia uraiensis, Zingiberaceae

Is Alpinia Uraiensis Leaf Water allowed in cosmetics in the EU?

Yes. Alpinia Uraiensis Leaf Water is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.

What does Alpinia Uraiensis Leaf Water do in cosmetic products?

Alpinia Uraiensis Leaf Water is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: fragrance, humectant.

What is the CAS number of Alpinia Uraiensis Leaf Water?

The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Alpinia Uraiensis Leaf Water is -.

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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