Chinese Hamster Ovary Cell Conditioned Media
A cosmetic ingredient used as humectant, skin conditioning, skin protecting in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Chinese Hamster Ovary Cell Conditioned Media is the growth media removed from cultures of cells isolated from Chinese hamster ovaries after several days of growth.
What does it do?
Chinese Hamster Ovary Cell Conditioned Media 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
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Skin protecting
helps shield skin from external environmental factors
EU regulatory status
Chinese Hamster Ovary Cell Conditioned Media 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 Chinese Hamster Ovary Cell Conditioned Media?
Chinese Hamster Ovary Cell Conditioned Media is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Chinese Hamster Ovary Cell Conditioned Media is the growth media removed from cultures of cells isolated from Chinese hamster ovaries after several days of growth.
Is Chinese Hamster Ovary Cell Conditioned Media allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Chinese Hamster Ovary Cell Conditioned Media is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Chinese Hamster Ovary Cell Conditioned Media do in cosmetic products?
Chinese Hamster Ovary Cell Conditioned Media is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: humectant, skin conditioning, 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: 30/01/2018