Borago Officinalis Seed Oil
A cosmetic ingredient used as skin conditioning, skin conditioning - emollient in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Borago Officinalis Seed Oil is the fixed oil obtained from the seeds of Borago officinalis L., Boraginaceae
What does it do?
Borago Officinalis Seed Oil 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 conditioning - emollient
softens the skin by reducing roughness and friction between skin cells
EU regulatory status
Borago Officinalis Seed Oil 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 Borago Officinalis Seed Oil?
Borago Officinalis Seed Oil is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Borago Officinalis Seed Oil is the fixed oil obtained from the seeds of Borago officinalis L., Boraginaceae
Is Borago Officinalis Seed Oil allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Borago Officinalis Seed Oil is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Borago Officinalis Seed Oil do in cosmetic products?
Borago Officinalis Seed Oil is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: skin conditioning, skin conditioning - emollient.
What is the CAS number of Borago Officinalis Seed Oil?
The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Borago Officinalis Seed Oil is 225234-12-8.
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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