Allowed in EU

Hypericum Perforatum Flower Extract

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

What is it?

Hypericum Perforatum Flower Extract is an extract of the flowers of the St. John's wort, Hypericum perforatum L., Hypericaceae

What does it do?

Hypericum Perforatum Flower Extract is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:

EU regulatory status

Hypericum Perforatum Flower Extract 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 Hypericum Perforatum Flower Extract?

Hypericum Perforatum Flower Extract is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Hypericum Perforatum Flower Extract is an extract of the flowers of the St. John's wort, Hypericum perforatum L., Hypericaceae

Is Hypericum Perforatum Flower Extract allowed in cosmetics in the EU?

Yes. Hypericum Perforatum Flower Extract is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.

What does Hypericum Perforatum Flower Extract do in cosmetic products?

Hypericum Perforatum Flower Extract is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: skin conditioning.

What is the CAS number of Hypericum Perforatum Flower Extract?

The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Hypericum Perforatum Flower Extract is 84082-80-4.

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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