Lycopene
A cosmetic ingredient used as antioxidant in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
(all-E)-2,6,10,14,19,23,27,31-Octamethyl-2,6,8,10,14,16,18,20,22,24,26,30-Dotriaconatridecaene
What does it do?
Lycopene is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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Antioxidant
neutralises free radicals to slow oxidative damage to the formulation or skin
EU regulatory status
Lycopene is listed in Annex IV of EU Cosmetics Regulation 1223/2009 as a substance permitted for the corresponding category of use.
Frequently asked questions
What is Lycopene?
Lycopene is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. (all-E)-2,6,10,14,19,23,27,31-Octamethyl-2,6,8,10,14,16,18,20,22,24,26,30-Dotriaconatridecaene
Is Lycopene allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Lycopene is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Lycopene do in cosmetic products?
Lycopene is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: antioxidant.
What is the CAS number of Lycopene?
The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Lycopene is 502-65-8.
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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: 21/11/2016