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Lespedeza Cyrtobotrya Extract

A cosmetic ingredient used as antifoaming, antimicrobial, antioxidant in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.

What is it?

Lespedeza Cyrtobotrya Extract is the extract of the whole plant, Lespedeza cyrtobotrya, Fabaceae.

What does it do?

Lespedeza Cyrtobotrya Extract is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:

  • Antifoaming

    reduces or prevents foam formation during processing or use

  • Antimicrobial

    kills or inhibits the growth of microorganisms

  • Antioxidant

    neutralises free radicals to slow oxidative damage to the formulation or skin

  • 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

  • Skin protecting

    helps shield skin from external environmental factors

EU regulatory status

Lespedeza Cyrtobotrya 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 Lespedeza Cyrtobotrya Extract?

Lespedeza Cyrtobotrya Extract is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Lespedeza Cyrtobotrya Extract is the extract of the whole plant, Lespedeza cyrtobotrya, Fabaceae.

Is Lespedeza Cyrtobotrya Extract allowed in cosmetics in the EU?

Yes. Lespedeza Cyrtobotrya Extract is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.

What does Lespedeza Cyrtobotrya Extract do in cosmetic products?

Lespedeza Cyrtobotrya Extract is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: antifoaming, antimicrobial, antioxidant, humectant, skin conditioning, skin protecting.

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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: 05/02/2018