Chlorella Minutissima Oil
A cosmetic ingredient used as antioxidant, skin conditioning, skin conditioning - emollient in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Chlorella Minutissima Oil is the oil derived from the alga, Chlorella minutissima grown in culture.
What does it do?
Chlorella Minutissima 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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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
Chlorella Minutissima 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 Chlorella Minutissima Oil?
Chlorella Minutissima Oil is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Chlorella Minutissima Oil is the oil derived from the alga, Chlorella minutissima grown in culture.
Is Chlorella Minutissima Oil allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Chlorella Minutissima Oil is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Chlorella Minutissima Oil do in cosmetic products?
Chlorella Minutissima Oil is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: antioxidant, 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: 17/04/2018