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Luffa Cylindrica

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

What is it?

Luffa Cylindrica is a plant material obtained from the fruit of the Sponge Loofah, Luffa cylindrica, Cucurbitaceae

What does it do?

Luffa Cylindrica is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:

  • Abrasive

    removes material from the skin or other surface, used in scrubs and toothpaste

  • Bulking

    adds volume or mass to a product without significantly changing its other properties

EU regulatory status

Luffa Cylindrica 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 Luffa Cylindrica?

Luffa Cylindrica is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Luffa Cylindrica is a plant material obtained from the fruit of the Sponge Loofah, Luffa cylindrica, Cucurbitaceae

Is Luffa Cylindrica allowed in cosmetics in the EU?

Yes. Luffa Cylindrica is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.

What does Luffa Cylindrica do in cosmetic products?

Luffa Cylindrica is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: abrasive, bulking.

What is the CAS number of Luffa Cylindrica?

The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Luffa Cylindrica is -.

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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: 15/10/2010