Banned in EU

Human Endothelial Cell Conditioned Media

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

What is it?

Human Endothelial Cell Conditioned Media is the growth media removed from cultures of human endothelial cells after several days of growth. The starting media is Dulbecco's Modified Eagle Medium, and may or may not contain fetal bovine serum

What does it do?

Human Endothelial Cell Conditioned Media is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:

  • Astringent

    tightens or contracts skin tissue and pores, often used in toners and after-shave products

  • Skin conditioning

    improves the appearance, feel, and condition of skin

  • Skin protecting

    helps shield skin from external environmental factors

EU regulatory status

This ingredient is banned in the European Union.

Human Endothelial Cell Conditioned Media 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 Endothelial Cell Conditioned Media?

Human Endothelial Cell Conditioned Media is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Human Endothelial Cell Conditioned Media is the growth media removed from cultures of human endothelial cells after several days of growth. The starting media is Dulbecco's Modified Eagle Medium, and may or may not contain fetal bovine serum

Is Human Endothelial Cell Conditioned Media allowed in cosmetics in the EU?

No. Human Endothelial Cell Conditioned Media is banned for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Annex II of Regulation 1223/2009.

What does Human Endothelial Cell Conditioned Media do in cosmetic products?

Human Endothelial Cell Conditioned Media is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: astringent, skin conditioning, skin protecting.

What is the CAS number of Human Endothelial Cell Conditioned Media?

The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Human Endothelial Cell Conditioned Media is -.

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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