Chlorella Protothecoides Oil
A cosmetic ingredient used as skin conditioning, skin conditioning - emollient, skin protecting in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Chlorella Protothecoides Oil is the oil derived from Chlorella protothecoides grown in culture, Chlorellaceae.
What does it do?
Chlorella Protothecoides Oil is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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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
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Skin protecting
helps shield skin from external environmental factors
EU regulatory status
Chlorella Protothecoides 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 Protothecoides Oil?
Chlorella Protothecoides Oil is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Chlorella Protothecoides Oil is the oil derived from Chlorella protothecoides grown in culture, Chlorellaceae.
Is Chlorella Protothecoides Oil allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Chlorella Protothecoides Oil is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Chlorella Protothecoides Oil do in cosmetic products?
Chlorella Protothecoides Oil is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: skin conditioning, skin conditioning - emollient, 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: 18/06/2013