Flavocetraria Nivalis Extract
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?
Flavocetraria Nivalis Extract is the extract of the alga, Flavocetraria nivalis.
What does it do?
Flavocetraria Nivalis Extract 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
EU regulatory status
Flavocetraria Nivalis 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 Flavocetraria Nivalis Extract?
Flavocetraria Nivalis Extract is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Flavocetraria Nivalis Extract is the extract of the alga, Flavocetraria nivalis.
Is Flavocetraria Nivalis Extract allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Flavocetraria Nivalis Extract is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Flavocetraria Nivalis Extract do in cosmetic products?
Flavocetraria Nivalis Extract is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: 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: 01/02/2018