Eichhornia Crassipes Water
A cosmetic ingredient used as antioxidant in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Eichhornia Crassipes Water is the aqueous solution of the steam distillates obtained from the whole plant, Eichhornia crassipes, Pontederiaceae.
What does it do?
Eichhornia Crassipes Water is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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Antioxidant
neutralises free radicals to slow oxidative damage to the formulation or skin
EU regulatory status
Eichhornia Crassipes Water 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 Eichhornia Crassipes Water?
Eichhornia Crassipes Water is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Eichhornia Crassipes Water is the aqueous solution of the steam distillates obtained from the whole plant, Eichhornia crassipes, Pontederiaceae.
Is Eichhornia Crassipes Water allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Eichhornia Crassipes Water is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Eichhornia Crassipes Water do in cosmetic products?
Eichhornia Crassipes Water 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: 01/10/2014