Cucurbita Pepo
A cosmetic ingredient used as skin conditioning in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Cucurbita Pepo is the plant material derived from the Pumpkin, Cucurbita pepo L., Cucurbitaceae
What does it do?
Cucurbita Pepo 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
EU regulatory status
Cucurbita Pepo 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 Cucurbita Pepo?
Cucurbita Pepo is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Cucurbita Pepo is the plant material derived from the Pumpkin, Cucurbita pepo L., Cucurbitaceae
Is Cucurbita Pepo allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Cucurbita Pepo is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Cucurbita Pepo do in cosmetic products?
Cucurbita Pepo is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: skin conditioning.
What is the CAS number of Cucurbita Pepo?
The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Cucurbita Pepo is 89998-03-8.
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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