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Cinnamomum Cassia Bark Water

A cosmetic ingredient used as anti-sebum, antimicrobial, astringent in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.

What is it?

Cinnamomum Cassia Bark Water is the aqueous solution of the steam distillates obtained from the bark of Cinnamomum cassia, Lauraceae.

What does it do?

Cinnamomum Cassia Bark Water is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:

  • Anti-sebum

    helps regulate or reduce excess sebum (oil) on the skin

  • Antimicrobial

    kills or inhibits the growth of microorganisms

  • Astringent

    tightens or contracts skin tissue and pores, often used in toners and after-shave products

EU regulatory status

Cinnamomum Cassia Bark Water 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 Cassia Bark Water?

Cinnamomum Cassia Bark Water is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Cinnamomum Cassia Bark Water is the aqueous solution of the steam distillates obtained from the bark of Cinnamomum cassia, Lauraceae.

Is Cinnamomum Cassia Bark Water allowed in cosmetics in the EU?

Yes. Cinnamomum Cassia Bark Water is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.

What does Cinnamomum Cassia Bark Water do in cosmetic products?

Cinnamomum Cassia Bark Water is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: anti-sebum, antimicrobial, astringent.

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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: 29/07/2013