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Magnesium Lithospermate B

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

What is it?

Magnesium, ((1R)-1-(carboxy-kappaO)-2-(3,4-dihydroxyphenyl)ethyl (2S,3S)-4-((1E)-3-((1R)-1-(carboxy-kappaO)-2-(3,4-dihydroxyphenyl)ethoxy)-3-(oxo-kappaO)-1-propenyl)-2-(3,4-dihydroxyphenyl)-2,3-dihydro-7-hydroxy-3-benzofurancarboxylato(2-)-kappaO3')-, (T-4)-

What does it do?

Magnesium Lithospermate B is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:

  • Antimicrobial

    kills or inhibits the growth of microorganisms

  • Antioxidant

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

  • Hair conditioning

    improves the appearance, feel, and manageability of hair

  • Humectant

    draws moisture from the air or deeper skin layers to the surface, helping skin retain water

  • Skin protecting

    helps shield skin from external environmental factors

EU regulatory status

Magnesium Lithospermate B 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 Magnesium Lithospermate B?

Magnesium Lithospermate B is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Magnesium, ((1R)-1-(carboxy-kappaO)-2-(3,4-dihydroxyphenyl)ethyl (2S,3S)-4-((1E)-3-((1R)-1-(carboxy-kappaO)-2-(3,4-dihydroxyphenyl)ethoxy)-3-(oxo-kappaO)-1-propenyl)-2-(3,4-dihydroxyphenyl)-2,3-dihydro-7-hydroxy-3-benzofurancarboxylato(2-)-kappaO3')-, (T-4)-

Is Magnesium Lithospermate B allowed in cosmetics in the EU?

Yes. Magnesium Lithospermate B is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.

What does Magnesium Lithospermate B do in cosmetic products?

Magnesium Lithospermate B is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: antimicrobial, antioxidant, hair conditioning, humectant, skin protecting.

What is the CAS number of Magnesium Lithospermate B?

The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Magnesium Lithospermate B is 122021-74-3.

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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: 16/10/2015