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Matteuccia Struthiopteris Extract

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

What is it?

Matteuccia Struthiopteris Extract is an extract of the whole plant Matteuccia struthiopteris, Polypodiaceae

What does it do?

Matteuccia Struthiopteris 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

  • Skin conditioning

    improves the appearance, feel, and condition of skin

EU regulatory status

Matteuccia Struthiopteris 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 Matteuccia Struthiopteris Extract?

Matteuccia Struthiopteris Extract is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Matteuccia Struthiopteris Extract is an extract of the whole plant Matteuccia struthiopteris, Polypodiaceae

Is Matteuccia Struthiopteris Extract allowed in cosmetics in the EU?

Yes. Matteuccia Struthiopteris Extract is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.

What does Matteuccia Struthiopteris Extract do in cosmetic products?

Matteuccia Struthiopteris Extract is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: antioxidant, skin conditioning.

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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