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Haematococcus Pluvialis Powder

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

What is it?

Haematococcus Pluvialis Powder is the powder derived from the Alga, Haematococcus pluvialis, Stephanosphaeraceae

What does it do?

Haematococcus Pluvialis Powder is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:

  • Antioxidant

    neutralises free radicals to slow oxidative damage to the formulation or skin

EU regulatory status

Haematococcus Pluvialis 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 Haematococcus Pluvialis Powder?

Haematococcus Pluvialis Powder is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Haematococcus Pluvialis Powder is the powder derived from the Alga, Haematococcus pluvialis, Stephanosphaeraceae

Is Haematococcus Pluvialis Powder allowed in cosmetics in the EU?

Yes. Haematococcus Pluvialis Powder is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.

What does Haematococcus Pluvialis Powder do in cosmetic products?

Haematococcus Pluvialis Powder is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: antioxidant.

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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