Leucosidea Sericea Leaf Extract
A cosmetic ingredient used as anti-sebum, antimicrobial, antioxidant in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Leucosidea Sericea Leaf Extract is the extract of the leaves of Leucosidea sericea, Rosaceae.
What does it do?
Leucosidea Sericea Leaf Extract 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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Antimicrobial
kills or inhibits the growth of microorganisms
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Antioxidant
neutralises free radicals to slow oxidative damage to the formulation or skin
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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
Leucosidea Sericea Leaf 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 Leucosidea Sericea Leaf Extract?
Leucosidea Sericea Leaf Extract is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Leucosidea Sericea Leaf Extract is the extract of the leaves of Leucosidea sericea, Rosaceae.
Is Leucosidea Sericea Leaf Extract allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Leucosidea Sericea Leaf Extract is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Leucosidea Sericea Leaf Extract do in cosmetic products?
Leucosidea Sericea Leaf Extract is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: anti-sebum, antimicrobial, antioxidant, 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