Hordeum Vulgare Cera
A cosmetic ingredient used as skin conditioning, skin conditioning - emollient in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Hordeum Vulgare Cera is the wax of the spent grain of the Barley, Hordeum vulgare L., Graminae
What does it do?
Hordeum Vulgare Cera is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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Skin conditioning
improves the appearance, feel, and condition of skin
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Skin conditioning - emollient
softens the skin by reducing roughness and friction between skin cells
EU regulatory status
Hordeum Vulgare Cera 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 Hordeum Vulgare Cera?
Hordeum Vulgare Cera is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Hordeum Vulgare Cera is the wax of the spent grain of the Barley, Hordeum vulgare L., Graminae
Is Hordeum Vulgare Cera allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Hordeum Vulgare Cera is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Hordeum Vulgare Cera do in cosmetic products?
Hordeum Vulgare Cera is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: skin conditioning, skin conditioning - emollient.
What is the CAS number of Hordeum Vulgare Cera?
The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Hordeum Vulgare Cera is 85251-64-5.
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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