Chenopodium Formosanum Husk Extract
A cosmetic ingredient used as antioxidant, skin conditioning - emollient, skin conditioning - miscellaneous in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Chenopodium Formosanum Husk Extract
What does it do?
Chenopodium Formosanum Husk Extract 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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Skin conditioning - emollient
softens the skin by reducing roughness and friction between skin cells
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Skin conditioning - miscellaneous
improves skin condition through mechanisms not classified under the more specific emollient or humectant subcategories
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Skin protecting
helps shield skin from external environmental factors
EU regulatory status
Chenopodium Formosanum Husk 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 Chenopodium Formosanum Husk Extract?
Chenopodium Formosanum Husk Extract is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Chenopodium Formosanum Husk Extract
Is Chenopodium Formosanum Husk Extract allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Chenopodium Formosanum Husk Extract is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Chenopodium Formosanum Husk Extract do in cosmetic products?
Chenopodium Formosanum Husk Extract is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: antioxidant, skin conditioning - emollient, skin conditioning - miscellaneous, skin protecting.
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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: 08/10/2020