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Hedera Rhombea Extract

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?

Hedera Rhombea Extract is the extract of the whole plant, Hedera rhombea, Araliaceae.

What does it do?

Hedera Rhombea 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

  • Skin protecting

    helps shield skin from external environmental factors

EU regulatory status

Hedera Rhombea 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 Hedera Rhombea Extract?

Hedera Rhombea Extract is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Hedera Rhombea Extract is the extract of the whole plant, Hedera rhombea, Araliaceae.

Is Hedera Rhombea Extract allowed in cosmetics in the EU?

Yes. Hedera Rhombea Extract is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.

What does Hedera Rhombea Extract do in cosmetic products?

Hedera Rhombea Extract 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: 01/02/2018