Dioscorea Mexicana Root Extract
A cosmetic ingredient used as skin conditioning in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Dioscorea Mexicana Root Extract is the extract of the roots of Dioscorea mexicana, Dioscoreaceae
What does it do?
Dioscorea Mexicana Root Extract 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
Dioscorea Mexicana Root Extract 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 Dioscorea Mexicana Root Extract?
Dioscorea Mexicana Root Extract is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Dioscorea Mexicana Root Extract is the extract of the roots of Dioscorea mexicana, Dioscoreaceae
Is Dioscorea Mexicana Root Extract allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Dioscorea Mexicana Root Extract is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Dioscorea Mexicana Root Extract do in cosmetic products?
Dioscorea Mexicana Root Extract is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: skin conditioning.
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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