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Gossypium Herbaceum Flower Extract

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

What is it?

Gossypium Herbaceum Flower Extract is the extract obtained from the flowers of Cotton, Gossypium herbaceum L., Malvaceae

What does it do?

Gossypium Herbaceum Flower Extract 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

EU regulatory status

Gossypium Herbaceum Flower 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 Gossypium Herbaceum Flower Extract?

Gossypium Herbaceum Flower Extract is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Gossypium Herbaceum Flower Extract is the extract obtained from the flowers of Cotton, Gossypium herbaceum L., Malvaceae

Is Gossypium Herbaceum Flower Extract allowed in cosmetics in the EU?

Yes. Gossypium Herbaceum Flower Extract is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.

What does Gossypium Herbaceum Flower Extract do in cosmetic products?

Gossypium Herbaceum Flower Extract is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: humectant, skin conditioning.

What is the CAS number of Gossypium Herbaceum Flower Extract?

The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Gossypium Herbaceum Flower 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