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:
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Flavouring
adds taste to oral-care products like toothpaste and mouthwash
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Fragrance
provides scent or masks the natural odour of other ingredients
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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