Aurantiochytrium Limacinum Oil
A cosmetic ingredient used as antistatic, skin conditioning, skin conditioning - emollient in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Aurantiochytrium Limacinum Oil is the oil obtained from the alga, Aurantiochytrium limacinum grown in culture
What does it do?
Aurantiochytrium Limacinum Oil is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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Antistatic
reduces static electricity, mostly in hair products to keep strands smooth and manageable
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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
Aurantiochytrium Limacinum 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 Aurantiochytrium Limacinum Oil?
Aurantiochytrium Limacinum Oil is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Aurantiochytrium Limacinum Oil is the oil obtained from the alga, Aurantiochytrium limacinum grown in culture
Is Aurantiochytrium Limacinum Oil allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Aurantiochytrium Limacinum Oil is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Aurantiochytrium Limacinum Oil do in cosmetic products?
Aurantiochytrium Limacinum Oil is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: antistatic, 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: 25/05/2016