Icariside Ii
A cosmetic ingredient used as antioxidant, bleaching, skin conditioning in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
3-[(6-Deoxy-α-L-Mannopyranosyl)Oxy]-5,7-dihydroxy-2-(4-Methoxyphenyl)-8-(3-Methyl-2-Buteny-1-yl)-
What does it do?
Icariside Ii 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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Bleaching
lightens hair or skin tone by chemically reducing pigment
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Skin conditioning
improves the appearance, feel, and condition of skin
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Skin conditioning - emollient
softens the skin by reducing roughness and friction between skin cells
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Skin protecting
helps shield skin from external environmental factors
EU regulatory status
Icariside Ii 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 Icariside Ii?
Icariside Ii is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. 3-[(6-Deoxy-α-L-Mannopyranosyl)Oxy]-5,7-dihydroxy-2-(4-Methoxyphenyl)-8-(3-Methyl-2-Buteny-1-yl)-
Is Icariside Ii allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Icariside Ii is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Icariside Ii do in cosmetic products?
Icariside Ii is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: antioxidant, bleaching, skin conditioning, skin conditioning - emollient, skin protecting.
What is the CAS number of Icariside Ii?
The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Icariside Ii is 113558-15-9.
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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