Chaenomeles Japonica Seed Oil
A cosmetic ingredient used as antioxidant, hair conditioning, skin conditioning in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Chaenomeles Japonica Seed Oil is the oil expressed from the seeds of Chaenomeles japonica, Rosaceae.
What does it do?
Chaenomeles Japonica Seed Oil 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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Hair conditioning
improves the appearance, feel, and manageability of hair
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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
Chaenomeles Japonica 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 Chaenomeles Japonica Seed Oil?
Chaenomeles Japonica Seed Oil is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Chaenomeles Japonica Seed Oil is the oil expressed from the seeds of Chaenomeles japonica, Rosaceae.
Is Chaenomeles Japonica Seed Oil allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Chaenomeles Japonica Seed Oil is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Chaenomeles Japonica Seed Oil do in cosmetic products?
Chaenomeles Japonica Seed Oil is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: antioxidant, hair conditioning, skin conditioning, skin conditioning - emollient.
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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: 24/06/2016