Allowed in EU

Helichrysum Italicum Flower/leaf/stem Oil

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

What is it?

Helichrysum Italicum Flower/Leaf/Stem Oil is the volatile oil obtained from the flowers, leaves and stems of Helichrysum italicum, Asteraceae.

What does it do?

Helichrysum Italicum Flower/leaf/stem Oil is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:

  • Flavouring

    adds taste to oral-care products like toothpaste and mouthwash

  • Fragrance

    provides scent or masks the natural odour of other ingredients

  • Skin conditioning

    improves the appearance, feel, and condition of skin

EU regulatory status

Helichrysum Italicum Flower/leaf/stem Oil 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 Helichrysum Italicum Flower/leaf/stem Oil?

Helichrysum Italicum Flower/leaf/stem Oil is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Helichrysum Italicum Flower/Leaf/Stem Oil is the volatile oil obtained from the flowers, leaves and stems of Helichrysum italicum, Asteraceae.

Is Helichrysum Italicum Flower/leaf/stem Oil allowed in cosmetics in the EU?

Yes. Helichrysum Italicum Flower/leaf/stem Oil is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.

What does Helichrysum Italicum Flower/leaf/stem Oil do in cosmetic products?

Helichrysum Italicum Flower/leaf/stem Oil is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: flavouring, fragrance, skin conditioning.

What is the CAS number of Helichrysum Italicum Flower/leaf/stem Oil?

The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Helichrysum Italicum Flower/leaf/stem Oil is 8023-95-8, 90045-56-0.

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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: 05/04/2019