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Excoecaria Bicolor Leaf Extract

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

What is it?

Excoecaria Bicolor Leaf Extract is the extract of the leaves of Excoecaria bicolor, Euphorbiaceae

What does it do?

Excoecaria Bicolor Leaf 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

  • Bleaching

    lightens hair or skin tone by chemically reducing pigment

EU regulatory status

Excoecaria Bicolor 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 Excoecaria Bicolor Leaf Extract?

Excoecaria Bicolor Leaf Extract is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Excoecaria Bicolor Leaf Extract is the extract of the leaves of Excoecaria bicolor, Euphorbiaceae

Is Excoecaria Bicolor Leaf Extract allowed in cosmetics in the EU?

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

What does Excoecaria Bicolor Leaf Extract do in cosmetic products?

Excoecaria Bicolor Leaf Extract is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: antioxidant, bleaching.

What is the CAS number of Excoecaria Bicolor Leaf Extract?

The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Excoecaria Bicolor Leaf Extract is -.

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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