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Asarum Heterotropoides Extract

A cosmetic ingredient used as anti-seborrheic, antimicrobial, antioxidant in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.

What is it?

Asarum Heterotropoides Extract is the extract of the whole plant, Asarum heterotropoides, Aristolochiaceae

What does it do?

Asarum Heterotropoides Extract is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:

  • Anti-seborrheic

    helps regulate excess sebum production on skin and scalp

  • Antimicrobial

    kills or inhibits the growth of microorganisms

  • Antioxidant

    neutralises free radicals to slow oxidative damage to the formulation or skin

EU regulatory status

Asarum Heterotropoides 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 Asarum Heterotropoides Extract?

Asarum Heterotropoides Extract is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Asarum Heterotropoides Extract is the extract of the whole plant, Asarum heterotropoides, Aristolochiaceae

Is Asarum Heterotropoides Extract allowed in cosmetics in the EU?

Yes. Asarum Heterotropoides Extract is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.

What does Asarum Heterotropoides Extract do in cosmetic products?

Asarum Heterotropoides Extract is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: anti-seborrheic, antimicrobial, antioxidant.

What is the CAS number of Asarum Heterotropoides Extract?

The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Asarum Heterotropoides Extract 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