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Cinnamomum Camphora Phytoplacenta Extract

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

What is it?

Cinnamomum Camphora (Camphor) Phytoplacenta Extract is the extract of the phytoplacenta of Cinnamomum, Lauraceae.

What does it do?

Cinnamomum Camphora Phytoplacenta Extract is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:

  • Antimicrobial

    kills or inhibits the growth of microorganisms

  • Antioxidant

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

  • Hair conditioning

    improves the appearance, feel, and manageability of hair

  • Humectant

    draws moisture from the air or deeper skin layers to the surface, helping skin retain water

  • Skin conditioning

    improves the appearance, feel, and condition of skin

  • Skin protecting

    helps shield skin from external environmental factors

EU regulatory status

Cinnamomum Camphora Phytoplacenta 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 Cinnamomum Camphora Phytoplacenta Extract?

Cinnamomum Camphora Phytoplacenta Extract is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Cinnamomum Camphora (Camphor) Phytoplacenta Extract is the extract of the phytoplacenta of Cinnamomum, Lauraceae.

Is Cinnamomum Camphora Phytoplacenta Extract allowed in cosmetics in the EU?

Yes. Cinnamomum Camphora Phytoplacenta Extract is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.

What does Cinnamomum Camphora Phytoplacenta Extract do in cosmetic products?

Cinnamomum Camphora Phytoplacenta Extract is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: antimicrobial, antioxidant, hair conditioning, 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: 07/09/2015