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(Licorice/reynoutria Japonica) Root/stem Extract

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

What is it?

(Licorice/Reynoutria Japonica) Root/Stem Extract is the extract of the roots and stems of Glycyrrhiza uralensis and Reynoutria japonica.

What does it do?

(Licorice/reynoutria Japonica) Root/stem Extract is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:

  • Antioxidant

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

EU regulatory status

(Licorice/reynoutria Japonica) Root/stem 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 (Licorice/reynoutria Japonica) Root/stem Extract?

(Licorice/reynoutria Japonica) Root/stem Extract is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. (Licorice/Reynoutria Japonica) Root/Stem Extract is the extract of the roots and stems of Glycyrrhiza uralensis and Reynoutria japonica.

Is (Licorice/reynoutria Japonica) Root/stem Extract allowed in cosmetics in the EU?

Yes. (Licorice/reynoutria Japonica) Root/stem Extract is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.

What does (Licorice/reynoutria Japonica) Root/stem Extract do in cosmetic products?

(Licorice/reynoutria Japonica) Root/stem Extract is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: antioxidant.

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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: 29/03/2019