Cyclovirobuxine
A cosmetic ingredient used as antioxidant, bleaching in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
9,19-Cyclopregnan-16-ol, 4,4,14-trimethyl-3,20-bis(methylamino)-,(3β, 5α, 16α, 20S)
What does it do?
Cyclovirobuxine is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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Antioxidant
neutralises free radicals to slow oxidative damage to the formulation or skin
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Bleaching
lightens hair or skin tone by chemically reducing pigment
EU regulatory status
Cyclovirobuxine 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 Cyclovirobuxine?
Cyclovirobuxine is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. 9,19-Cyclopregnan-16-ol, 4,4,14-trimethyl-3,20-bis(methylamino)-,(3β, 5α, 16α, 20S)
Is Cyclovirobuxine allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Cyclovirobuxine is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Cyclovirobuxine do in cosmetic products?
Cyclovirobuxine is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: antioxidant, bleaching.
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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: 04/06/2014