Allowed in EU

Aster Yomena Extract

A cosmetic ingredient used as skin conditioning, solvent, surface modifier in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.

What is it?

Aster Yomena Extract is the extract of the whole plant Aster yomena, Asteraceae.

What does it do?

Aster Yomena Extract is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:

  • Skin conditioning

    improves the appearance, feel, and condition of skin

  • Solvent

    dissolves other ingredients into a uniform liquid phase

  • Surface modifier

    alters the surface properties of solid particles (e.g. pigments) so they disperse better in the formulation

  • Uv filter

    absorbs or reflects ultraviolet radiation, the active ingredient class in sunscreens

EU regulatory status

Aster Yomena 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 Aster Yomena Extract?

Aster Yomena Extract is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Aster Yomena Extract is the extract of the whole plant Aster yomena, Asteraceae.

Is Aster Yomena Extract allowed in cosmetics in the EU?

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

What does Aster Yomena Extract do in cosmetic products?

Aster Yomena Extract is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: skin conditioning, solvent, surface modifier, uv filter.

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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: 11/10/2019