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Boesenbergia Pandurata Rhizome Extract

A cosmetic ingredient used as anti-seborrheic, antimicrobial, antioxidant in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.

What is it?

Boesenbergia Pandurata Rhizome Extract is the extract of the rhizomes of Boesenbergia pandurata, Zingiberaceae

What does it do?

Boesenbergia Pandurata Rhizome Extract is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:

  • Anti-seborrheic

    helps regulate excess sebum production on skin and scalp

  • Antimicrobial

    kills or inhibits the growth of microorganisms

  • Antioxidant

    neutralises free radicals to slow oxidative damage to the formulation or skin

  • Bleaching

    lightens hair or skin tone by chemically reducing pigment

  • Deodorant

    reduces or masks unpleasant body odour

  • Hair conditioning

    improves the appearance, feel, and manageability of hair

  • Humectant

    draws moisture from the air or deeper skin layers to the surface, helping skin retain water

  • Oral care

    used in oral-hygiene products such as toothpaste, mouthwash, and dental gels

  • Skin conditioning - emollient

    softens the skin by reducing roughness and friction between skin cells

EU regulatory status

Boesenbergia Pandurata Rhizome 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 Boesenbergia Pandurata Rhizome Extract?

Boesenbergia Pandurata Rhizome Extract is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Boesenbergia Pandurata Rhizome Extract is the extract of the rhizomes of Boesenbergia pandurata, Zingiberaceae

Is Boesenbergia Pandurata Rhizome Extract allowed in cosmetics in the EU?

Yes. Boesenbergia Pandurata Rhizome Extract is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.

What does Boesenbergia Pandurata Rhizome Extract do in cosmetic products?

Boesenbergia Pandurata Rhizome Extract is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: anti-seborrheic, antimicrobial, antioxidant, bleaching, deodorant, hair conditioning, humectant, oral care, skin conditioning - emollient.

What is the CAS number of Boesenbergia Pandurata Rhizome Extract?

The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Boesenbergia Pandurata Rhizome Extract is -.

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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