Cystoseira Compressa Powder
A cosmetic ingredient used as bleaching, humectant, skin conditioning in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Cystoseira Compressa Powder is the dried, ground powder obtained from the alga, Cytoseira compressa, Fucaceae.
What does it do?
Cystoseira Compressa Powder is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
-
Bleaching
lightens hair or skin tone by chemically reducing pigment
-
Humectant
draws moisture from the air or deeper skin layers to the surface, helping skin retain water
-
Skin conditioning
improves the appearance, feel, and condition of skin
EU regulatory status
Cystoseira Compressa Powder 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 Cystoseira Compressa Powder?
Cystoseira Compressa Powder is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Cystoseira Compressa Powder is the dried, ground powder obtained from the alga, Cytoseira compressa, Fucaceae.
Is Cystoseira Compressa Powder allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Cystoseira Compressa Powder is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Cystoseira Compressa Powder do in cosmetic products?
Cystoseira Compressa Powder is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: bleaching, humectant, skin conditioning.
Related ingredients
Source: EU CosIng database (European Commission). This page is derived from public-sector information published by the European Commission. · Last updated: 10/10/2012