Fervidobacterium Islandicum/chicken Feather Ferment Filtrate
A cosmetic ingredient used as antistatic, hair conditioning, humectant in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Fervidobacterium Islandicum/Chicken Feather Ferment Filtrate is a filtrate of the product obtained by the fermentation of the feathers of the chicken, Gallus gallus, by the microorganism, Fervidobacterium islandicum.
What does it do?
Fervidobacterium Islandicum/chicken Feather Ferment Filtrate is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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Antistatic
reduces static electricity, mostly in hair products to keep strands smooth and manageable
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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
EU regulatory status
Fervidobacterium Islandicum/chicken Feather Ferment Filtrate 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 Fervidobacterium Islandicum/chicken Feather Ferment Filtrate?
Fervidobacterium Islandicum/chicken Feather Ferment Filtrate is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Fervidobacterium Islandicum/Chicken Feather Ferment Filtrate is a filtrate of the product obtained by the fermentation of the feathers of the chicken, Gallus gallus, by the microorganism, Fervidobacterium islandicum.
Is Fervidobacterium Islandicum/chicken Feather Ferment Filtrate allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Fervidobacterium Islandicum/chicken Feather Ferment Filtrate is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Fervidobacterium Islandicum/chicken Feather Ferment Filtrate do in cosmetic products?
Fervidobacterium Islandicum/chicken Feather Ferment Filtrate is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: antistatic, hair conditioning, humectant, skin conditioning.
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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: 05/04/2019