Banned in EU

Human Anti-Propionibacterium Acnes Monoclonal Antibody

A cosmetic ingredient used as anti-sebum in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.

What is it?

Human Anti-Propionibacterium Acnes Monoclonal Antibody is the Imunoglobulin G raised in human embryonic kidney cells that acts against the bacteria, P. acnes.

What does it do?

Human Anti-Propionibacterium Acnes Monoclonal Antibody is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:

  • Anti-sebum

    helps regulate or reduce excess sebum (oil) on the skin

EU regulatory status

This ingredient is banned in the European Union.

Human Anti-Propionibacterium Acnes Monoclonal Antibody is listed under Annex II of EU Cosmetics Regulation 1223/2009 (entry 416), making it prohibited in cosmetic products placed on the EU market.

Frequently asked questions

What is Human Anti-Propionibacterium Acnes Monoclonal Antibody?

Human Anti-Propionibacterium Acnes Monoclonal Antibody is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Human Anti-Propionibacterium Acnes Monoclonal Antibody is the Imunoglobulin G raised in human embryonic kidney cells that acts against the bacteria, P. acnes.

Is Human Anti-Propionibacterium Acnes Monoclonal Antibody allowed in cosmetics in the EU?

No. Human Anti-Propionibacterium Acnes Monoclonal Antibody is banned for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Annex II of Regulation 1223/2009.

What does Human Anti-Propionibacterium Acnes Monoclonal Antibody do in cosmetic products?

Human Anti-Propionibacterium Acnes Monoclonal Antibody is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: anti-sebum.

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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: 13/12/2018