Beetle Larva Extract
A cosmetic ingredient used as skin conditioning, skin protecting in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Beetle Larva Extract is the extract obtained from the larva of the beetle Protaetia brevitarsis.
What does it do?
Beetle Larva Extract 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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Skin protecting
helps shield skin from external environmental factors
EU regulatory status
Beetle Larva 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 Beetle Larva Extract?
Beetle Larva Extract is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Beetle Larva Extract is the extract obtained from the larva of the beetle Protaetia brevitarsis.
Is Beetle Larva Extract allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Beetle Larva Extract is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Beetle Larva Extract do in cosmetic products?
Beetle Larva Extract is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: skin conditioning, skin protecting.
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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: 30/04/2020