Dioscorea Oppositifolia Root
A cosmetic ingredient used as skin conditioning in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Dioscorea Oppositifolia (Wild Yam) Root is the root of Dioscorea oppositifolia, Dioscoreaceae.
What does it do?
Dioscorea Oppositifolia Root 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 Oppositifolia Root 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 Oppositifolia Root?
Dioscorea Oppositifolia Root is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Dioscorea Oppositifolia (Wild Yam) Root is the root of Dioscorea oppositifolia, Dioscoreaceae.
Is Dioscorea Oppositifolia Root allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Dioscorea Oppositifolia Root is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Dioscorea Oppositifolia Root do in cosmetic products?
Dioscorea Oppositifolia Root 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: 26/02/2016