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Kaempferia Parviflora Rhizome Water

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

What is it?

Kaempferia Parviflora Rhizome Water is an aqueous solution of the steam distillates obtained from the rhizomes of Kaempferia parviflora, Zingiberaceae.

What does it do?

Kaempferia Parviflora Rhizome Water is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:

  • 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

EU regulatory status

Kaempferia Parviflora Rhizome Water 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 Kaempferia Parviflora Rhizome Water?

Kaempferia Parviflora Rhizome Water is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Kaempferia Parviflora Rhizome Water is an aqueous solution of the steam distillates obtained from the rhizomes of Kaempferia parviflora, Zingiberaceae.

Is Kaempferia Parviflora Rhizome Water allowed in cosmetics in the EU?

Yes. Kaempferia Parviflora Rhizome Water is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.

What does Kaempferia Parviflora Rhizome Water do in cosmetic products?

Kaempferia Parviflora Rhizome Water is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: humectant, skin conditioning.

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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: 18/04/2018