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Avena Sativa Hull Fiber

A cosmetic ingredient used as abrasive, binding, bulking in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.

What is it?

Avena Sativa (Oat) Hull Fiber is the fiber obtained from the hulls of the oat, Avena sativa

What does it do?

Avena Sativa Hull Fiber is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:

  • Abrasive

    removes material from the skin or other surface, used in scrubs and toothpaste

  • Binding

    holds the components of a formulation together, especially in pressed powders and compact makeup

  • Bulking

    adds volume or mass to a product without significantly changing its other properties

EU regulatory status

Avena Sativa Hull Fiber 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 Avena Sativa Hull Fiber?

Avena Sativa Hull Fiber is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Avena Sativa (Oat) Hull Fiber is the fiber obtained from the hulls of the oat, Avena sativa

Is Avena Sativa Hull Fiber allowed in cosmetics in the EU?

Yes. Avena Sativa Hull Fiber is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.

What does Avena Sativa Hull Fiber do in cosmetic products?

Avena Sativa Hull Fiber is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: abrasive, binding, bulking.

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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: 09/11/2017