Cetraria Islandica Thallus/polypodium Vulgare Rhizome/sphagnum Magellanicum Extract
A cosmetic ingredient used as humectant, skin conditioning in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Cetraria Islandica Thallus/Polypodium Vulgare Rhizome/Sphagnum Magellanicum Extract is the extract of the thallus of Cetraria islandica, the rhizomes of Polypodium vulgare and the peat moss.
What does it do?
Cetraria Islandica Thallus/polypodium Vulgare Rhizome/sphagnum Magellanicum Extract is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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Humectant
draws moisture from the air or deeper skin layers to the surface, helping skin retain water
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Skin conditioning
improves the appearance, feel, and condition of skin
EU regulatory status
Cetraria Islandica Thallus/polypodium Vulgare Rhizome/sphagnum Magellanicum 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 Cetraria Islandica Thallus/polypodium Vulgare Rhizome/sphagnum Magellanicum Extract?
Cetraria Islandica Thallus/polypodium Vulgare Rhizome/sphagnum Magellanicum Extract is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Cetraria Islandica Thallus/Polypodium Vulgare Rhizome/Sphagnum Magellanicum Extract is the extract of the thallus of Cetraria islandica, the rhizomes of Polypodium vulgare and the peat moss.
Is Cetraria Islandica Thallus/polypodium Vulgare Rhizome/sphagnum Magellanicum Extract allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Cetraria Islandica Thallus/polypodium Vulgare Rhizome/sphagnum Magellanicum Extract is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Cetraria Islandica Thallus/polypodium Vulgare Rhizome/sphagnum Magellanicum Extract do in cosmetic products?
Cetraria Islandica Thallus/polypodium Vulgare Rhizome/sphagnum Magellanicum Extract is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: humectant, skin conditioning.
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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: 25/01/2018