What is it?
Naturally occurring substances oatmeal obtained from the Oat, Avena sativa L., Poaceae,
What does it do?
Colloidal Oatmeal is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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Abrasive
removes material from the skin or other surface, used in scrubs and toothpaste
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Absorbent
takes up water-based or oil-based substances
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Bulking
adds volume or mass to a product without significantly changing its other properties
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Skin protecting
helps shield skin from external environmental factors
EU regulatory status
Colloidal Oatmeal 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 Colloidal Oatmeal?
Colloidal Oatmeal is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Naturally occurring substances oatmeal obtained from the Oat, Avena sativa L., Poaceae,
Is Colloidal Oatmeal allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Colloidal Oatmeal is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Colloidal Oatmeal do in cosmetic products?
Colloidal Oatmeal is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: abrasive, absorbent, bulking, 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: 15/10/2010