Centaurea Cyanus Seed
A cosmetic ingredient used as abrasive in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Centaurea Cyanus Seed are the seeds obtained from Centaurea cyanus, Compositae.
What does it do?
Centaurea Cyanus Seed is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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Abrasive
removes material from the skin or other surface, used in scrubs and toothpaste
EU regulatory status
Centaurea Cyanus Seed 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 Centaurea Cyanus Seed?
Centaurea Cyanus Seed is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Centaurea Cyanus Seed are the seeds obtained from Centaurea cyanus, Compositae.
Is Centaurea Cyanus Seed allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Centaurea Cyanus Seed is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Centaurea Cyanus Seed do in cosmetic products?
Centaurea Cyanus Seed is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: abrasive.
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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: 12/01/2018