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Kuroda's Sea Hare Secretion Extract

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

What is it?

Kuroda's Sea Hare Secretion Extract is the extract of the material secreted by the mollusk Aplysia kurodai.

What does it do?

Kuroda's Sea Hare Secretion Extract 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

Kuroda's Sea Hare Secretion 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 Kuroda's Sea Hare Secretion Extract?

Kuroda's Sea Hare Secretion Extract is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Kuroda's Sea Hare Secretion Extract is the extract of the material secreted by the mollusk Aplysia kurodai.

Is Kuroda's Sea Hare Secretion Extract allowed in cosmetics in the EU?

Yes. Kuroda's Sea Hare Secretion Extract is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.

What does Kuroda's Sea Hare Secretion Extract do in cosmetic products?

Kuroda's Sea Hare Secretion Extract 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: 21/10/2019