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Gardenia Jasminoides Fruit Water

A cosmetic ingredient used as humectant, skin conditioning, skin protecting in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.

What is it?

Gardenia Jasminoides Fruit Water is the aqueous solution of the steam distillates obtained from the fruit of Gardenia jasminoides, Rubiaceae.

What does it do?

Gardenia Jasminoides Fruit Water is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:

  • Humectant

    draws moisture from the air or deeper skin layers to the surface, helping skin retain water

  • Skin conditioning

    improves the appearance, feel, and condition of skin

  • Skin protecting

    helps shield skin from external environmental factors

EU regulatory status

Gardenia Jasminoides Fruit Water 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 Gardenia Jasminoides Fruit Water?

Gardenia Jasminoides Fruit Water is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Gardenia Jasminoides Fruit Water is the aqueous solution of the steam distillates obtained from the fruit of Gardenia jasminoides, Rubiaceae.

Is Gardenia Jasminoides Fruit Water allowed in cosmetics in the EU?

Yes. Gardenia Jasminoides Fruit Water is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.

What does Gardenia Jasminoides Fruit Water do in cosmetic products?

Gardenia Jasminoides Fruit Water is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: humectant, skin conditioning, 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: 10/10/2012