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Echinacea Angustifolia Leaf Extract

A cosmetic ingredient used as moisturising, skin conditioning, soothing in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.

What is it?

Echinacea Angustifolia Leaf Extract is an extract of the leaf of the Coneflower, Echinacea angustifolia, Compositae

What does it do?

Echinacea Angustifolia Leaf Extract is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:

  • Moisturising

    increases the water content of skin or hair, leaving it softer and more pliable

  • Skin conditioning

    improves the appearance, feel, and condition of skin

  • Soothing

    helps calm irritated or sensitive skin

  • Tonic

    provides a toning effect on skin or scalp — generally tightening or refreshing

EU regulatory status

Echinacea Angustifolia Leaf 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 Echinacea Angustifolia Leaf Extract?

Echinacea Angustifolia Leaf Extract is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Echinacea Angustifolia Leaf Extract is an extract of the leaf of the Coneflower, Echinacea angustifolia, Compositae

Is Echinacea Angustifolia Leaf Extract allowed in cosmetics in the EU?

Yes. Echinacea Angustifolia Leaf Extract is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.

What does Echinacea Angustifolia Leaf Extract do in cosmetic products?

Echinacea Angustifolia Leaf Extract is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: moisturising, skin conditioning, soothing, tonic.

What is the CAS number of Echinacea Angustifolia Leaf Extract?

The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Echinacea Angustifolia Leaf Extract is 84696-11-7.

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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