Molasses Extract
A cosmetic ingredient used as skin conditioning in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Molasses extract is an extract of molasses, the syrupy residue from processing of sugar cane (saccharum officinarum) juice
What does it do?
Molasses Extract is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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Skin conditioning
improves the appearance, feel, and condition of skin
EU regulatory status
Molasses 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 Molasses Extract?
Molasses Extract is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Molasses extract is an extract of molasses, the syrupy residue from processing of sugar cane (saccharum officinarum) juice
Is Molasses Extract allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Molasses Extract is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Molasses Extract do in cosmetic products?
Molasses Extract is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: 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