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Auricularia Auricula-Judae Fruiting Body Extract

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

What is it?

Auricularia Auricula-Judae Fruiting Body Extract is the extract of the fruiting body of the mushroom, Auricularia auricula-judae, Auriculariacés.

What does it do?

Auricularia Auricula-Judae Fruiting Body Extract is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:

  • Antioxidant

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

  • Humectant

    draws moisture from the air or deeper skin layers to the surface, helping skin retain water

  • Skin conditioning

    improves the appearance, feel, and condition of skin

EU regulatory status

Auricularia Auricula-Judae Fruiting Body 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 Auricularia Auricula-Judae Fruiting Body Extract?

Auricularia Auricula-Judae Fruiting Body Extract is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Auricularia Auricula-Judae Fruiting Body Extract is the extract of the fruiting body of the mushroom, Auricularia auricula-judae, Auriculariacés.

Is Auricularia Auricula-Judae Fruiting Body Extract allowed in cosmetics in the EU?

Yes. Auricularia Auricula-Judae Fruiting Body Extract is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.

What does Auricularia Auricula-Judae Fruiting Body Extract do in cosmetic products?

Auricularia Auricula-Judae Fruiting Body Extract is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: antioxidant, humectant, 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: 23/07/2014