Bixa Orellana Leaf Extract
A cosmetic ingredient used as antioxidant, skin conditioning, skin protecting in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Bixa Orellana Leaf Extract is the extract of the leaves of Bixa orellana, Bixaceae.
What does it do?
Bixa Orellana Leaf Extract is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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Antioxidant
neutralises free radicals to slow oxidative damage to the formulation or skin
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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
Bixa Orellana Leaf 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 Bixa Orellana Leaf Extract?
Bixa Orellana Leaf Extract is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Bixa Orellana Leaf Extract is the extract of the leaves of Bixa orellana, Bixaceae.
Is Bixa Orellana Leaf Extract allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Bixa Orellana Leaf Extract is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Bixa Orellana Leaf Extract do in cosmetic products?
Bixa Orellana Leaf Extract is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: antioxidant, 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: 02/05/2013