Lactobacillus/hibiscus Acetosella Leaf/sucrose Ferment Extract Filtrate
A cosmetic ingredient used as anti-sebum, antioxidant, humectant in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Lactobacillus/Hibiscus Acetosella Leaf/Sucrose Ferment Extract Filtrate is a filtrate of the extract obtained from the fermentation of the leaves of Hibiscus acetosella and sucrose by the microorganism Lactobacillus.
What does it do?
Lactobacillus/hibiscus Acetosella Leaf/sucrose Ferment Extract Filtrate is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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Anti-sebum
helps regulate or reduce excess sebum (oil) on the skin
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Antioxidant
neutralises free radicals to slow oxidative damage to the formulation or skin
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Humectant
draws moisture from the air or deeper skin layers to the surface, helping skin retain water
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Skin conditioning
improves the appearance, feel, and condition of skin
EU regulatory status
Lactobacillus/hibiscus Acetosella Leaf/sucrose Ferment Extract Filtrate 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 Lactobacillus/hibiscus Acetosella Leaf/sucrose Ferment Extract Filtrate?
Lactobacillus/hibiscus Acetosella Leaf/sucrose Ferment Extract Filtrate is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Lactobacillus/Hibiscus Acetosella Leaf/Sucrose Ferment Extract Filtrate is a filtrate of the extract obtained from the fermentation of the leaves of Hibiscus acetosella and sucrose by the microorganism Lactobacillus.
Is Lactobacillus/hibiscus Acetosella Leaf/sucrose Ferment Extract Filtrate allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Lactobacillus/hibiscus Acetosella Leaf/sucrose Ferment Extract Filtrate is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Lactobacillus/hibiscus Acetosella Leaf/sucrose Ferment Extract Filtrate do in cosmetic products?
Lactobacillus/hibiscus Acetosella Leaf/sucrose Ferment Extract Filtrate is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: anti-sebum, antioxidant, 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: 16/04/2019