Areca Catechu Shell Extract
A cosmetic ingredient used as skin conditioning in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Areca Catechu Shell Extract is the extract of the shell of Areca catechu, Arecaceae.
What does it do?
Areca Catechu Shell 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
Areca Catechu Shell 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 Areca Catechu Shell Extract?
Areca Catechu Shell Extract is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Areca Catechu Shell Extract is the extract of the shell of Areca catechu, Arecaceae.
Is Areca Catechu Shell Extract allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Areca Catechu Shell Extract is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Areca Catechu Shell Extract do in cosmetic products?
Areca Catechu Shell Extract is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: skin conditioning.
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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: 02/12/2014