Cynara Cardunculus Seed Oil
A cosmetic ingredient used as antioxidant, skin conditioning - emollient in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Cynara Cardunculus Seed Oil is the oil expressed from the seeds of the Cardoon, Cynara Cardunculus L., Asteraceae
What does it do?
Cynara Cardunculus Seed Oil 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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Skin conditioning - emollient
softens the skin by reducing roughness and friction between skin cells
EU regulatory status
Cynara Cardunculus Seed Oil 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 Cynara Cardunculus Seed Oil?
Cynara Cardunculus Seed Oil is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Cynara Cardunculus Seed Oil is the oil expressed from the seeds of the Cardoon, Cynara Cardunculus L., Asteraceae
Is Cynara Cardunculus Seed Oil allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Cynara Cardunculus Seed Oil is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Cynara Cardunculus Seed Oil do in cosmetic products?
Cynara Cardunculus Seed Oil is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: antioxidant, skin conditioning - emollient.
What is the CAS number of Cynara Cardunculus Seed Oil?
The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Cynara Cardunculus Seed Oil is 93165-00-5.
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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: 23/01/2011