Leontopodium Alpinum Flower/leaf Water
A cosmetic ingredient used as humectant, skin conditioning, skin conditioning - emollient in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Leontopodium Alpinum Flower/Leaf Water is the aqueous solution of the steam distillates derived from the flowers and leaves of Leontopodium alpinum. The accepted scientific name for Leontopodium alpinum is Leontopodium nivale.
What does it do?
Leontopodium Alpinum Flower/leaf Water is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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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
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Skin conditioning - emollient
softens the skin by reducing roughness and friction between skin cells
EU regulatory status
Leontopodium Alpinum Flower/leaf 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 Leontopodium Alpinum Flower/leaf Water?
Leontopodium Alpinum Flower/leaf Water is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Leontopodium Alpinum Flower/Leaf Water is the aqueous solution of the steam distillates derived from the flowers and leaves of Leontopodium alpinum. The accepted scientific name for Leontopodium alpinum is Leontopodium nivale.
Is Leontopodium Alpinum Flower/leaf Water allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Leontopodium Alpinum Flower/leaf Water is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Leontopodium Alpinum Flower/leaf Water do in cosmetic products?
Leontopodium Alpinum Flower/leaf Water is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: humectant, skin conditioning, skin conditioning - emollient.
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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: 15/10/2015