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Ditylum Brightwellii Extract

A cosmetic ingredient used as antioxidant in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.

What is it?

Ditylum Brightwellii Extract is the extract of the alga, Ditylum brightwellii, Lithodesmiaceae.

What does it do?

Ditylum Brightwellii Extract is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:

  • Antioxidant

    neutralises free radicals to slow oxidative damage to the formulation or skin

EU regulatory status

Ditylum Brightwellii 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 Ditylum Brightwellii Extract?

Ditylum Brightwellii Extract is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Ditylum Brightwellii Extract is the extract of the alga, Ditylum brightwellii, Lithodesmiaceae.

Is Ditylum Brightwellii Extract allowed in cosmetics in the EU?

Yes. Ditylum Brightwellii Extract is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.

What does Ditylum Brightwellii Extract do in cosmetic products?

Ditylum Brightwellii Extract is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: antioxidant.

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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: 22/09/2015