Artemisia Annua Oil
A cosmetic ingredient used as antioxidant, humectant, skin conditioning in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Artemisia Annua Oil is the volatile oil obtained from the whole plant, Artemisia annua, Asteraceae.
What does it do?
Artemisia Annua Oil is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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Antioxidant
neutralises free radicals to slow oxidative damage to the formulation or skin
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Humectant
draws moisture from the air or deeper skin layers to the surface, helping skin retain water
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Skin conditioning
improves the appearance, feel, and condition of skin
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Skin conditioning - emollient
softens the skin by reducing roughness and friction between skin cells
EU regulatory status
Artemisia Annua 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 Artemisia Annua Oil?
Artemisia Annua Oil is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Artemisia Annua Oil is the volatile oil obtained from the whole plant, Artemisia annua, Asteraceae.
Is Artemisia Annua Oil allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Artemisia Annua Oil is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Artemisia Annua Oil do in cosmetic products?
Artemisia Annua Oil is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: antioxidant, humectant, skin conditioning, skin conditioning - emollient.
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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: 03/12/2014