Betaphycus Gelatinum Extract
A cosmetic ingredient used as bleaching in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Betaphycus Gelatinum Extract is the extract of the Alga, Betaphycus gelatinum, Soleriaceae
What does it do?
Betaphycus Gelatinum Extract is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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Bleaching
lightens hair or skin tone by chemically reducing pigment
EU regulatory status
Betaphycus Gelatinum 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 Betaphycus Gelatinum Extract?
Betaphycus Gelatinum Extract is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Betaphycus Gelatinum Extract is the extract of the Alga, Betaphycus gelatinum, Soleriaceae
Is Betaphycus Gelatinum Extract allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Betaphycus Gelatinum Extract is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Betaphycus Gelatinum Extract do in cosmetic products?
Betaphycus Gelatinum Extract is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: bleaching.
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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