Hydroxydaidzein
A cosmetic ingredient used as antioxidant, skin conditioning, skin protecting in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
4H-1-Benzopyran-4-one, 3-(3,4-dihydroxyphenyl)-7-hydroxy-,3'-Hydroxydaidzein,7,3',4'-Trihydroxyisoflavone
What does it do?
Hydroxydaidzein is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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Antioxidant
neutralises free radicals to slow oxidative damage to the formulation or skin
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Skin conditioning
improves the appearance, feel, and condition of skin
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Skin protecting
helps shield skin from external environmental factors
EU regulatory status
Hydroxydaidzein 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 Hydroxydaidzein?
Hydroxydaidzein is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. 4H-1-Benzopyran-4-one, 3-(3,4-dihydroxyphenyl)-7-hydroxy-,3'-Hydroxydaidzein,7,3',4'-Trihydroxyisoflavone
Is Hydroxydaidzein allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Hydroxydaidzein is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Hydroxydaidzein do in cosmetic products?
Hydroxydaidzein is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: antioxidant, skin conditioning, skin protecting.
What is the CAS number of Hydroxydaidzein?
The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Hydroxydaidzein is 485-63-2.
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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: 08/10/2015