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Chlorella Pyrenoidosa/sorokiniana Extract

A cosmetic ingredient used as antioxidant, bleaching, skin conditioning in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.

What is it?

Chlorella Pyrenoidosa/Sorokiniana Extract is the extract of the algae, Chlorella pyrenoidosa and Chlorella sorokiniana

What does it do?

Chlorella Pyrenoidosa/sorokiniana Extract is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:

  • Antioxidant

    neutralises free radicals to slow oxidative damage to the formulation or skin

  • Bleaching

    lightens hair or skin tone by chemically reducing pigment

  • Skin conditioning

    improves the appearance, feel, and condition of skin

  • Skin protecting

    helps shield skin from external environmental factors

EU regulatory status

Chlorella Pyrenoidosa/sorokiniana 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 Chlorella Pyrenoidosa/sorokiniana Extract?

Chlorella Pyrenoidosa/sorokiniana Extract is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Chlorella Pyrenoidosa/Sorokiniana Extract is the extract of the algae, Chlorella pyrenoidosa and Chlorella sorokiniana

Is Chlorella Pyrenoidosa/sorokiniana Extract allowed in cosmetics in the EU?

Yes. Chlorella Pyrenoidosa/sorokiniana Extract is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.

What does Chlorella Pyrenoidosa/sorokiniana Extract do in cosmetic products?

Chlorella Pyrenoidosa/sorokiniana Extract is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: antioxidant, bleaching, 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: 04/09/2015