Azulene
A cosmetic ingredient used as skin conditioning, soothing in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Bicyclo[5.3.0]decapentaene
What does it do?
Azulene is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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Skin conditioning
improves the appearance, feel, and condition of skin
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Soothing
helps calm irritated or sensitive skin
EU regulatory status
Azulene 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 Azulene?
Azulene is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Bicyclo[5.3.0]decapentaene
Is Azulene allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Azulene is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Azulene do in cosmetic products?
Azulene is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: skin conditioning, soothing.
What is the CAS number of Azulene?
The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Azulene is 275-51-4.
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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