Banned in EU

Human Fibroblast Induced Pluripotent Cell Extract

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

What is it?

Human Fibroblast Induced Pluripotent Cell Extract is the extract of induced pluripotent stem cells generated from human fibroblasts.

What does it do?

Human Fibroblast Induced Pluripotent Cell Extract is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:

  • Antioxidant

    neutralises free radicals to slow oxidative damage to the formulation or skin

  • Humectant

    draws moisture from the air or deeper skin layers to the surface, helping skin retain water

  • 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 Fibroblast Induced Pluripotent Cell Extract 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 Fibroblast Induced Pluripotent Cell Extract?

Human Fibroblast Induced Pluripotent Cell Extract is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Human Fibroblast Induced Pluripotent Cell Extract is the extract of induced pluripotent stem cells generated from human fibroblasts.

Is Human Fibroblast Induced Pluripotent Cell Extract allowed in cosmetics in the EU?

No. Human Fibroblast Induced Pluripotent Cell Extract is banned for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Annex II of Regulation 1223/2009.

What does Human Fibroblast Induced Pluripotent Cell Extract do in cosmetic products?

Human Fibroblast Induced Pluripotent Cell Extract is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: antioxidant, humectant, skin conditioning, skin protecting.

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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