Fossiliferous Limestone Powder
A cosmetic ingredient used as exfoliating, humectant in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Fossiliferous Limestone Powder is the powder obtained from finely, ground limestone which contains skeletal fragments of various marine organisms. It consists chiefly of Calcium Carbonate.
What does it do?
Fossiliferous Limestone Powder is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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Exfoliating
removes dead skin cells from the surface, revealing fresher skin underneath
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Humectant
draws moisture from the air or deeper skin layers to the surface, helping skin retain water
EU regulatory status
Fossiliferous Limestone Powder 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 Fossiliferous Limestone Powder?
Fossiliferous Limestone Powder is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Fossiliferous Limestone Powder is the powder obtained from finely, ground limestone which contains skeletal fragments of various marine organisms. It consists chiefly of Calcium Carbonate.
Is Fossiliferous Limestone Powder allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Fossiliferous Limestone Powder is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Fossiliferous Limestone Powder do in cosmetic products?
Fossiliferous Limestone Powder is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: exfoliating, humectant.
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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