Euglena Gracilis Lipids
A cosmetic ingredient used as hair conditioning, humectant, skin conditioning in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Euglena Gracilis Lipids are the lipids derived from the cells of Euglena gracilis grown in culture.
What does it do?
Euglena Gracilis Lipids is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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Hair conditioning
improves the appearance, feel, and manageability of hair
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Humectant
draws moisture from the air or deeper skin layers to the surface, helping skin retain water
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Skin conditioning
improves the appearance, feel, and condition of skin
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Skin conditioning - emollient
softens the skin by reducing roughness and friction between skin cells
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Skin protecting
helps shield skin from external environmental factors
EU regulatory status
Euglena Gracilis Lipids 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 Euglena Gracilis Lipids?
Euglena Gracilis Lipids is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Euglena Gracilis Lipids are the lipids derived from the cells of Euglena gracilis grown in culture.
Is Euglena Gracilis Lipids allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Euglena Gracilis Lipids is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Euglena Gracilis Lipids do in cosmetic products?
Euglena Gracilis Lipids is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: hair conditioning, humectant, skin conditioning, skin conditioning - emollient, skin protecting.
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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: 07/07/2020