Henna
A cosmetic ingredient used as bulking, hair dyeing, skin conditioning in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
2-Hydroxy-1,4-naphthoquinone
What does it do?
Henna is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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Bulking
adds volume or mass to a product without significantly changing its other properties
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Hair dyeing
colours hair, either by depositing pigment on the surface or by chemically altering the hair's natural pigment
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Skin conditioning
improves the appearance, feel, and condition of skin
EU regulatory status
Henna 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 Henna?
Henna is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. 2-Hydroxy-1,4-naphthoquinone
Is Henna allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Henna is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Henna do in cosmetic products?
Henna is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: bulking, hair dyeing, skin conditioning.
What is the CAS number of Henna?
The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Henna is 83-72-7 / 84988-66-9.
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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: 13/06/2014