Araucaria Angustifolia Seedcoat Extract
A cosmetic ingredient used as humectant in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Araucaria Angustifolia Seedcoat Extract is the extract of the seedcoat of Araucaria angustifolia, Araucariaceae.
What does it do?
Araucaria Angustifolia Seedcoat Extract 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
EU regulatory status
Araucaria Angustifolia Seedcoat 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 Araucaria Angustifolia Seedcoat Extract?
Araucaria Angustifolia Seedcoat Extract is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Araucaria Angustifolia Seedcoat Extract is the extract of the seedcoat of Araucaria angustifolia, Araucariaceae.
Is Araucaria Angustifolia Seedcoat Extract allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Araucaria Angustifolia Seedcoat Extract is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Araucaria Angustifolia Seedcoat Extract do in cosmetic products?
Araucaria Angustifolia Seedcoat Extract is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: humectant.
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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: 29/04/2013