Althaea Officinalis Root Extract
A cosmetic ingredient used as skin conditioning in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Althaea Officinalis Root Extract is an extract of the roots of the Marsh Mallow, Althaea officinalis L., Malvaceae
What does it do?
Althaea Officinalis Root Extract 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
Althaea Officinalis Root 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 Althaea Officinalis Root Extract?
Althaea Officinalis Root Extract is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Althaea Officinalis Root Extract is an extract of the roots of the Marsh Mallow, Althaea officinalis L., Malvaceae
Is Althaea Officinalis Root Extract allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Althaea Officinalis Root Extract is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Althaea Officinalis Root Extract do in cosmetic products?
Althaea Officinalis Root Extract is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: skin conditioning.
What is the CAS number of Althaea Officinalis Root Extract?
The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Althaea Officinalis Root Extract is 73049-65-7.
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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